Organisation: The Workplace Relations Commission

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

WRC: Fireman's claim of working 24/7, 52 weeks of the year 'absurd'

The Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has described a retained firefighter’s claim that he works 24/7, 52 weeks of the year as “absurd”.

Tue, 24 Sep, 2019

Sides to begin talks to avert strike by thousands of hospital support workers

Talks are due to take place today in a bid to avert strike action by hospital support staff.

Thu, 13 Jun, 2019

New anti-slavery rules for fishing

The Workplace Relations Commission is to play an increased role in protecting migrant fishermen here from modern-day slavery.

Tue, 23 Apr, 2019

Fishing vessel checks ‘are not effective’

The Workplace Relations Commission’s inspection regime for the country’s fishing vessels has been described as “ineffective” after it emerged that it has only recovered just over €6,000 in owed wages.

Sat, 20 Jan, 2018

Q&A: What are the regulations around employing an au pair

It seems au pairs are only lately figuring out their rights to proper pay and conditions. If you employ one, you have an obligation to understand the regulations, writes Caroline O'Doherty.

Wed, 09 Mar, 2016