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Workplace Procedures, impartiality, balance and fairness
The area of fairness in the workplace is a broad one. We have seen many examples in the Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court decisions, of cases which have been lost mainly because the employer did not follow the rules of natural justice. Impartiality, balance and fairness are at the core of natural justice when it comes to carrying out disciplinary or any procedures in the workplace.
Working Parents
The work life balance
This article looks at the rights that parents have in the workplace in Ireland and the work life balance. Some people are happy to spend more time at work than at home. For others the reverse is true. Some have never really given it much thought. We look at what you can do if you want to balance home life with work responsibilities.
From banter to bullying
We all enjoy a bit of banter at work. Sometimes it can brighten a spell of boredom at work. It’s when it goes a step beyond banter that it can become bullying. When the joking has an edge of intimidation and threatening, it is time to put an end to it. No one likes working in an environment where they are constantly subjected to verbal abuse, however subtle it may appear. It can be hard to complain about bullying in these circumstances. It may feel like you are making a big fuss over nothing. You may feel pressure to toughen up. You may believe that your job is at risk if you show any signs of weakness.
The reality is that no one enjoys being bullied at work, and under the law, no one has to endure it.
It is a proven fact that bullying leads to decreased productivity. Any employer who is aware of that will want to eliminate bullying from the workplace.
Breastfeeding and work
A short summary of rights and opportunities
The Maternity Protection (Amendment) Act 2004 sets out the entitlements of women in employment who are breast feeding. It was brought into effect by SI 654 of 2004 Maternity Protection (Protection of Mothers who are Breastfeeding) Regulations 2004.
Who is covered?
All women in employment who have given birth within the previous 6 months are covered under the legislation.
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