Redundancy In Ireland - A Practical Employer Guidance

Irish employers must prove a genuine redundancy situation exists and follow fair procedures to avoid unfair dismissal claims. This guide outlines the statutory definitions, consultation requirements, and payment calculations needed to manage workforce reductions lawfully.

Article Highlights:

• To prove a genuine redundancy, employers must demonstrate impersonality and a change in required work.
• Review your consultation obligations before recording any decision to eliminate a specific position.
• Statutory entitlements for eligible employees are two weeks' pay per year of service plus one bonus week, all capped at €600 per week.
• Collective redundancies trigger specific statutory notification duties if certain statutory thresholds are met within a 30-day period.