Advice Centre
Mary asks "I have just been sexually harassed by a colleague. What can I do?"
Hi Mary, If you feel you are able to do so you should tell the harasser directly to stop and emphasise that their behaviour is offensive and unwelcome. You may seek the assistance of your trade …
Megan asks "I have received a letter inviting me to a disciplinary meeting. What should I expect?"
Hi Megan, This is a fact-finding meeting. Your employer must lay out the purpose of the meeting, any accusation and all the evidence. You will be given the opportunity to …
Michael asks "I fear it may be stipulated in my contract with my employer that membership of a union is prohibited. Can you advise if this is legal?"
Hi Michael, This is indeed unlawful. You have a right set down in the constitution of Ireland to join and to be a member of a …
Nadia asks "I would like to apply for parental leave. What am I entitled to?"
Hi Nadia, You are entitled to take up to 26 weeks of parental leave. You can take this leave as: One continuous period of leave or 2 separate blocks of a minimum of 6 weeks each If your employer …
Nigel asks "How many weeks am I entitled for paternity leave?"
Hi Nigel, You are entitled to 2 weeks paternity leave which must be taken consecutively. You may begin paternity leave at any time within the first 6 months following the birth or adoption of a child. All …
Sarah asks "I received a performance rating that I am not happy with. What can I do?"
Hi Sarah, Many employees receive inaccurate or unfair ratings. Ratings are very important because they can influence your pay award, your promotional opportunity and sometimes even …
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