The issue with references and lessons for employers ⚓︎
The issue of employees providing references without authority has received a lot of media coverage in recent weeks. In this article, we explore some of the commonly asked questions in relation to providing references.
Do employers have to provide references?
In general, there is no legal requirement for employers in Ireland to provide a current or former employee with a reference when asked to do so. This includes providing regulatory references for those individuals appointed to perform controlled functions. However, the Central Bank expects regulated financial service providers/holding companies to make all reasonable efforts to obtain references from former employers or other relevant persons.
It is at the employer’s discretion to
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