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Delaney v Central Bank of Ireland [2011]
Decision Number: Legal Body: High Court of Ireland
Published on: 10/10/2012
Issues Covered:
Contracts of Employment
Article Authors The main content of this article was provided by the following authors.
Natasha Canniffe Senior Associate, Employment Group at McCann FitzGerald LLP
Natasha Canniffe Senior Associate, Employment Group at McCann FitzGerald LLP
Natasha canniffe

Natasha Canniffe is a seasoned Employment Law Solicitor at McCann FitzGerald. Having initially trained at McCann FitzGerald, Natasha has developed a profound understanding of both public and private sector employment law, making her a trusted advisor for a diverse range of clients. Her extensive experience encompasses critical areas such as the recruitment process, equality issues, and the drafting of employment contracts, ensuring that her clients navigate complex legal landscapes with confidence.

Summary The Plaintiff, who had made a complaint against colleagues for bullying which was not upheld, was sent to a consultant psychiatrist for medical assessment by the Bank arising out of its concerns for the Plaintiff’s mental health. The Bank’s psychiatrist, Dr. Mohan, found that the Plaintiff was not fit for work. Although the Plaintiff’s psychiatrist’s (Dr. Lane) opinion differed, the Bank would not permit the employee to return to work and as a compromise requested the Plaintiff to attend for further assessment by a third psychiatrist.The Plaintiff took a claim to the High Court for breach of contract including the implied duty of trust and confidence, beach of the Plaintiff’s right to earn a livelihood etc. The alleged wrongdoings

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Disclaimer The information in this article is provided as part of Legal Island's Employment Law Hub. We regret we are not able to respond to requests for specific legal or HR queries and recommend that professional advice is obtained before relying on information supplied anywhere within this article. This article is correct at 10/10/2012
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