Irish HR and Employment Law Developments
The Irish HR and Employment Law Developments interviews Ireland's leading employment lawyers and HR experts to provide practical advice to HR professionals and employers throughout Ireland. Developed from Legal Island's live webinar series with thousands of listeners. Sponsored by MCS Group
Episodes
54 episodes
ROI - Case Law Insights: Lessons Learned from Key Bullying and Harassment Cases in Ireland
Bullying and harassment remain pressing issues in Ireland, with nearly 1 in 3 workers experiencing them firsthand according to Matrix Recruitment’s recent study: Workplace Equality Report. Despite complaints being raised to HR or senior leaders...
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From Blunders to Brilliance: Transforming Accidental Managers into Effective Leaders
Ever wondered why your top talent is heading for the exit? The answer might be closer than you think. Our webinar uncovers the pitfalls of 'accidental managers'—those well-meaning but undertrained leaders who are costing your organisation its b...
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Thinking Differently: Legal and Practical Approaches to Neuroinclusion
As HR professionals, ensuring an inclusive and supportive workplace is a fundamental responsibility. A recent Irish survey conducted by Red C on behalf of Bank of Ireland revealed that almost 1 in 10 adults in Ireland identify as neurodivergent...
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HR’s Role in Addressing Domestic Abuse
As HR professionals, safeguarding the well-being of our employees is a paramount responsibility. Unfortunately, domestic abuse is an issue that affects many; in 2023, more than 54,000 domestic abuse complaints were made to An Garda Síochána, ma...
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Horizon Scanning with Duncan Inverarity, Partner A&L Goodbody LLP
Duncan Inverarity of A&L Goodbody LLP and Legal Island’s Victoria Smith give you a sneak preview of the issues you need to be aware of to future-proof your organisation.Duncan provides his expert insights on what legal ...
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MCS Lunch and Learn: Creating an Inclusive Workplace Culture
Industry experts Ryan Calvert and Rebekah Mulligan from MCS, alongside Julie Holmes from Legal Island, explore the latest recruitment trends – and the path to building diverse, inclusive teams. While diversity is pivotal, i...
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NOT PART OF THE JOB: REJECTING SEXUAL HARASSMENT AT WORK
1 in 5 workers in Ireland had experienced sexual harassment in the workplace according to a 2019 survey conducted by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU). Many conveyed that they did not report these incidents due to fears of retaliation o...
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Beyond Barriers: Top DEI Challenges in 2024 and How to Solve Them
In this insightful free webinar, delivered by the new CEO of included, Michelle Sequira, we’ll be examining the pressing DEI challenges of 2024 and sharing the latest advice and guidance on actionable strategies to overcome them. "...
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Practicalities of Managing Investigations
Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite, and Julie Holmes from Legal Island, delve into the latest HR trends and developments specifically tailored for the Irish landscape.Are you ready to enhance your skills and ...
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44:05
Don’t Become a GDPR Headline: Practical Data Protection Strategies for HR
Emer Murphy and Andrew Desmond from A&L Goodbody LLP and Julie Holmes from Legal Island, discuss practical advice to ensure GDPR compliance in your workplace. From data protection intricacies to implementing effective safeguar...
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Tweeting on Thin Ice: Protecting your Company in the Social Media Age - Free Webinar
Have you ever swiped on your social media to read a post that makes you squirm or cringe? What if it is connected to someone in your workplace? What if the post then goes viral? You're not alone. In today's digital era, HR profess...
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Ten Ways to Get Started with AI in HR
Digital transformation expert Kieran Gilmurray shares the ten steps you need to take to implement AI successfully in your HR department and beyond. From setting clear business objectives to expanding AI into every relevant HR area and business ...
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Unlocking the HR Advantage: 2024 Recruitment Trends and Strategies - with MCS
Julie Holmes from Legal Island and Ryan Calvert, Head of Human Resources, Sales and Marketing Recruitment from MCS, provide an annual recruitment wrap-up, where Ryan delved into the latest recruitment trends in roles, pay and sect...
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HR Suite: Winter is Coming - Wellbeing
In this month's webinar Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite, and Julie Holmes of Legal Island, discuss the crucial topic of employee wellbeing during the festive season including:Addressing challenging weather scenario...
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Behind the Scenes at the WRC’s Adjudication Service - A Sneak Peek Beyond 2023!
We explore the journey of the Adjudication Service of Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) since its establishment to now. Undoubtedly, the WRC has in the last 3 years gone through its most challenging period and is entering a new era in its ad...
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Diversity & Inclusion: Discrimination Case Law Review
Do you think a WRC discrimination claim won’t happen to your organisation? If it does, are you prepared?According to the 2023 Workplace Equality Survey, by Matrix Recruitment, a staggering one in five have said they have both witnessed a...
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Insights on Workplace Investigations
In this month's webinar with the HR Suite, Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite provides insights on workplace investigations".When issues such as harassment, discrimination, misconduct, or conflicts arise, HR professionals ...
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Dignity, Equality and Why? Key Points for Organisations to Consider
Do you believe that a workplace culture rooted in dignity and respect is the cornerstone of organisational success? In today's rapidly evolving world, nurturing an environment that fosters dignity and respect has never been more crucial. It not...
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Absence Management and the Introduction of SSP with The HR Suite
Absence Management and the Introduction of SSP with The HR SuiteLegal Island’s webinars and podcasts are sponsored by MCS Group, MCS help people find careers that match their skill sets perfectly, as well as supporting employers to...
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Bullying Code of Practice - Compliance Challenges Arising with The HR Suite
Join Rolanda Markey and HR & Employment Law expert Caroline Reidy, Managing Director of the HR Suite as they discuss your employment law queries. In this podcast Caroline will discuss the current topical challenges being encount...
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Review of Recent Case Law with the HR Suite
In this month's webinar Caroline Reidy, of the HR Suite will discuss some key learning points for employers arising from recent case law decisions. Caroline will focus on matters relating to equality, unfair dismissal, dignity and respect...
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44:57
Comparative Employment Law Update: Equality laws - fit for purpose or ripe for reform?
In the second instalment of a series of webinars discussing comparative laws on the island of Ireland and GB, Lewis Silkin and Legal Island will discuss equality laws in GB, NI and ROI including:An analysis of the types of discrimin...
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Special Episode: Lunch and Learn with MCS Group - Emerging Trends in HR Roles
Grab your lunch and join Rolanda Markey, Learning and Development Team at Legal Island and Ryan Calvert, Manager of HR Recruitment for UK and Ireland, as they discuss the key trends emerging in HR recruitment.Ryan serves up some digesti...
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