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Many organisations have employees in Ireland, and Britain or in NI. A common misconception is that employment laws in these jurisdictions are very similar. This event is designed to consider and compare the key components of employment law in Ireland and in Britain and to explain the key differences. References to the differences between the position in the North and in Britain will be explained from the outset. Special reference this year will be made to the law relating to lay-offs, short time and redundancy in both jurisdictions as well as the single Equality Act in GB, which came into force on 1st October 2010.

Description

What are the learning outcomes?

• Become familiar with the main rights and entitlements of employees in both jurisdictions.
• Understand how employee rights are enforced both here and in the UK.
• Learn just where the two laws compare favourably and where they differ substantially.
• Find out how to obtain more information on both legislation and case law applicable in the UK.

Note: The emphasis will be at least 75% UK law. Delegates should have a reasonable understanding of Irish employment laws, although both speakers will be available throughout the day to answer questions.

What will be covered?

Session One: Employment law basics in both Jurisdictions

Session Two: Employment Equality Q&A and Case Study One (in the area of employment equality)

Session Three: Unfair Dismissal Q&A and Case Study Two (in the area of unfair dismissal)

Session Four: Protective Leave in both Jurisdictions

Session Five: Employment Forums in both Jurisdictions Q&A and Comparative Employment Law Quiz

Who should attend?

This event is ideally suited to HR professionals or management who employ, or are responsible for, staff in the UK and Ireland.

Duration ~ Date ~ Location

Full Day Legal Event: 9.30am-4.30pm

Thursday 2^nd June 2011

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dublin Airport

Cost

Standard Full Rate: €550

Charity/SME Standard Full Rate: €440

All organisations with fewer than 50 employees or registered charities (registered at the time of booking) qualify for the Charity Rate. The number of employees includes all branches, subsidiary/parent companies, boards, trusts and federated organisations.

Save €30 if you book and pay online.

Speakers

Paul Joyce ~ Barrister

Ciara Fulton ~ Partner, Tughans, Belfast and Derry