The Bar of Ireland
Orchard Way, Killarney V93Y9W9.
DX: 51010 Killarney
Tel: (087) 4361270
Patrick's legal education is robust, beginning with a BCL Law Degree from University College Cork (2012-2016), followed by an LL.M in Business Law from the same institution (2016-2017), and culminating in a Barrister-at-Law Degree from The Honorable Society of King’s Inns in Dublin (2019-2021). He has extensive experience on the South-West Circuit, handling Civil, Family, and Criminal Law cases, as well as advising the Citizen Advice Service. He has worked as an employment consultant, dealing with workplace investigations and bankruptcy procedures.
Background:
The Complainant argued that the Respondent failed to properly consider her request for remote working in accordance with the Work Life Balance and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 2023 and the associated Code of Practice. She asserted that the Respondent focused solely on its business needs, disregarding her personal circumstances and reasons for the request. Despite raising several concerns about the decision-making process, the Respondent provided limited responses during a follow-up meeting and suggested she file a grievance, which she declined, believing it would be ineffective. The Complainant disputed the Respondent's claim that her request was lawfully handled, asserting that her situation was not objectively or fairly considered. She has brought the case to the Workplace Relations Commission, contending that
Continue reading
We help hundreds of people like you understand how the latest changes in employment law impact your business.
Please log in to view the full article.
What you'll get:
- Help understand the ramifications of each important case from NI, GB and Europe
- Ensure your organisation's policies and procedures are fully compliant with NI law
- 24/7 access to all the content in the Legal Island Vault for research case law and HR issues
- Receive free preliminary advice on workplace issues from the employment team
Already a subscriber? Log in now or start a free trial