Dignity at Work Support Services
Dignity at Work (DAW) is a catch-all phrase to collectively refer to workplace bullying, harassment & sexual harassment. It effects employee morale, productivity, and retention rates, and can ultimately result…
Workplace Bullying
Workplace Bullying is often linked to school playgrounds, but regrettably, it can manifest in professional environments. With Anti-Bullying Week taking place between Monday 13th and Friday 17th November 2023, employers…
How To Ensure Performance Management Isn’t Bullying
The new Code (Industrial Relations Act 1990 Code of Practice for Employers and Employees on the Prevention and Resolution of Bullying at Work Order 2020) is clear that behaviours associated with the management of performance may constitute a pattern of bullying.
Are you aware of the New Code of Practice for Bullying in the Workplace?
The New Code of Practice for Employers and Employees on the Prevention and Resolution of Bullying at Work was recently published by the Workplace Relations Commission and the Health and Safety Authority. There are a number of changes and employers should ensure these changes are reflected in their policies and in the appropriate training for their staff.
News from the Courts
In a recent ruling by the Labour Court, a compensation payment of €17,500 was awarded to an ex-employee of a company.
Changes likely on how internal investigations are managed
Due to a recent High Court judgement, there may be some change coming in relation to how internal bullying investigations are handled.
