Employment Law in the Public Sector
Thursday, 08 May 2025
09:00 - 13:00 (4 hrs)
In Person
Join Legal Island and Byrne Wallace Shields LLP for key updates on employment law developments, tailored for public sector employers. Gain expert insights to minimise risks, avoid litigation, and ensure compliance.
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1 Half Day Duration
8th May -
In Person Byrne Wallace Shields LLP, 88 Harcourt St, Saint Kevin's, Dublin
€395.00 Early bird ends 27th March 2025 at 5:00pm. Standard rate: €445.00
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Overview

Employment law developments, tailored for public sector employers.

Employment Law in Ireland’s Public Sector is an annual event run by Legal Island and the award-winning Employment Team at Byrne Wallace Shields LLP.

On 8th May, we will focus on the key areas of development over the last 12 to 18 months that are of particular importance to public sector employers.

Why is this event important for you?

The public sector environment is highly regulated and subject to a higher level of scrutiny by the Courts and the WRC in employment and industrial relations claims. This is a time of change for the public sector, with various developments to consider. Changes require HR managers to stay up to date with employment law developments and ensure that procedures and practices are fit for purpose. This, in turn, will reduce the risk of claims, awards and reputational damage. You will also save a huge amount of time and money.

This event is specifically designed with public sector organisations in mind. The experts from the Byrne Wallace Shields LLP Employment Law Team highlight risks and best practices that will help you avoid litigation and save time, money and lots of stress.

Recognised nationally and internationally as a top-tier Irish law firm, Byrne Wallace Shields LLP is one of Ireland’s leading advisors to the public sector, advising many government departments, local government, regulatory bodies, and semi-state and public sector organisations including universities, health, education, justice, utilities, environmental, energy, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, marine, culture, transport, tourism and industry bodies.

For over 50 years, the firm has been advising the public sector on their full range of legal needs, and during this time has developed a deep understanding of the environment in which they work, their key challenges and requirements.  The firm has a strong culture of excellence and accountability, which resonates with the public sector, and invests substantial resources in providing the highest standard of service, insights and advice to meet, anticipate and exceed their clients’ evolving needs.

After attending you will:
  • Be aware of the latest important employment-related case law and what it means for your public sector organisation
  • Be aware of current developments regarding equality laws in Ireland to avoid litigation.
  • Be in a position to analyse various options and risks that are affecting public sector workplaces

Who should attend this event?

This event is aimed at HR professionals and other persons with an interest in HR and employment law in the public sector and semi-state bodies.

Why should you attend this event?

The public sector environment is highly regulated and subject to a higher level of scrutiny by the Courts and the WRC in employment and industrial relations claims. This is a time of change for the public sector, with various developments to consider. Changes require HR managers to stay up to date with employment law developments and ensure that procedures and practices are fit for purpose. This, in turn, will reduce the risk of claims, awards and reputational damage. You will also save a huge amount of time and money.

This event is specifically designed with public sector organisations in mind. The experts from the Byrne Wallace Shields LLP Employment Law Team highlight risks and best practice that will help you avoid litigation and save time, money and lots of stress.

Testimonials

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Here's what our previous attendees had to say about Employment Law in the Public Sector event.

"The presentations and Q&As were very informative. Also it was a great opportunity to network with others."
Isobel Walsh HR Team Lead, Environmental Protection Agency
"Very informative event - updated me on sick leave and remote working legislation etc."
Olivia Smith Administrative Officer, Cavan County Concil
"The recent changes to the public sector sick pay regime was really useful and informative."
Mary O'Shea HR Lead for Foreign Posted Officers, DFA
"Very informative and excellent range of topics."
Declan Mangan National Investigations Manager, HSE
"Very informative discussions underpinned by real life examples/ case law."
Odhrán Lawlor Assistant Principal, NSSO
"Really good [event], I learned a lot of practical information throughout the sessions. The legal cases were really useful."
Walter Johnston Head of Audit, Department of Justice
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