Dawn O’Brien v Michael Naughton t/a Eco-swift Environmental Services [2022]
Decision Number: ADJ-00034979 Legal Body: Workplace Relations Commission
Published on: 14/12/2022
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Background

The Complainant worked as a Cleaning Operative from October 2018 to June 2021.  

In November 2020, the Complainant went on Maternity Leave. The Complainant was not allowed to return to work after maternity leave and was initially told there was no work for her to return to.  The Complainant was told she would be paid outstanding money including holidays, week in hand but never received these payments. When the Complainant received the letter informing her of her dismissal, it stipulated she was dismissed due to Covid-19.  She was told they would put this on the letter to make it easier for her to get social welfare. The Complainant was not offered a fair hearing, she had no right

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