The new ‘Code of Practice for Employers and Employees on the Prevention and Resolution of Bullying at Work’ (2020 Code) came into force on 23 December 2020. It was developed by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) and the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC), and replaces and updates the separate codes of practice previously published by each organisation.…
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Working remotely has become the new way of life for many employees. The outbreak of COVID-19 pushed many employers into a no option situation of allowing employees to work from home. Given the length of time many employees have been working from home, it is likely that many will not want to return to a…
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The beginning of 2021 has not exactly begun as expected but nonetheless this can be a timely opportunity to get things straight, ready for when life returns to normal. Now is a good time to do some business house-keeping and check all your back office policies, procedures and contracts are all in place. Do you…
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As of midnight on 30th December 2020, Ireland is back on full level 5 restrictions for a 4 week period until 31st January 2021, which means the following: No travel or to take exercise beyond 5km of your home Work from home unless for essential work or other essential services where working from home is…
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This is traditionally the time of year when preparations are well underway for the annual Christmas festivities. Whether it is the Christmas party, gift and bonuses for staff or a workplace shutdown, excitement is normally mounting about the planned activities. Coronavirus has clearly put a significant dent in the normal Christmas proceedings but there are…
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As of 1st December 2020, Ireland will move to Level 3 restrictions nationally with some exceptions over the Christmas period. The exceptions over Christmas will commence on 18th December 2020 and are in an effort to allow people to have a good Christmas. The main objective is to keep people safe and well and continue…
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The last 7 months in the eye of the Coronavirus storm has exposed many things to us; some we didn’t want to know (how quickly the human hair can grow without a cut) and some we did (how relatively easy it is to run a business remotely). One of the areas that has had little…
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For an quick and easy view of the Budget 2021 changes just download our free factsheet below Budget 2021 factsheet On 13th October 2020, Budget 2021 was announced. In the middle of a global pandemic, the Government were faced with the challenges of preparing a Budget for the country that also took into account…
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The Irish Government announced a move to Level 5 Restrictions as of midnight on Wednesday, 21st October 2020. These restrictions are in place for a 6 week period (when the announcement was made). Level 5 restriction include: People should stay at home unless they are required to attend to work to carry out essential services where their physical…
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