by Michelle McLouglin | Sep 14, 2020 | Employment-Law, Taxation, Uncategorized
The parental leave has increased to 26 working weeks from 1 September 2020. The age for an eligible child is age 12. An age of 16 applies for certain qualifying children with a disability or long term illness. How can an employee avail of...
by Michelle McLouglin | May 11, 2020 | Employment-Law, Health-Safety, Taxation, Uncategorized
The Irish government has issued guidelines to be followed when businesses re-open. https://dbei.gov.ie/en/Publications/Return-to-Work-Safely-Protocol.html Businesses should read the protocol, appoint employee representatives and start planning now...
by Michelle McLouglin | Apr 16, 2020 | Employment-Law, Taxation, Uncategorized
I hope that you are all keeping well and safe while adapting to the new environment. The most recent issued government information and guidance on supports and assistance with re-opening is a 40 page document and can be found here Also a really useful...
by Michelle McLouglin | Mar 23, 2020 | Data-Protection, Employment-Law, Taxation, Uncategorized
GDPR and data protection rules equally apply if you are remote working. Check out the blog post of the data protection commissioner to ensure that you have taken all of the necessary steps to comply with your obligations and do not forget to train your staff and...
by Michelle McLouglin | Mar 12, 2020 | Employment-Law, Taxation, Uncategorized
Employees have employment rights when they are laid off temporarily or put on short time working. If your employer is not paying you then you may apply for some welfare assistance. See the government issued guidance for employees who have been laid off temporarily or...
by Michelle McLouglin | Mar 5, 2020 | Employment-Law, Taxation, Uncategorized
Guidelines and guidance are being issued by the various government departments and bodies. Remember to check their websites for the most current information. The Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation has issued a business continuity planning...
