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I raised health and safety concerns at work and have now been dismissed. What are my legal options?

'I feel I have been unfairly penalised because I raised these health and safety claims'
I raised health and safety concerns at work and have now been dismissed. What are my legal options?

A claim to the Workplace Relations Commission is an option. Picture: iStock

Dear Stephen,

I have worked in the agricultural industry for a number of years for a large company. I have had difficulties in my employment for the last six to eight months. I raised a few health and safety concerns with my employer which led them to arrange meetings with me and I was put on a Performance Improvement Programme “PIP” which led to more meetings and they are now dismissing me. I feel I have been unfairly penalised because I raised these health and safety claims. What are my options legally and can I bring a claim against my former employer?

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