On 22 January 2025, the Department of Employment and Labour published the Draft Code of Good Practice on Dismissal for public consultation. This code aims to provide guidance to employers, employees, and trade unions on dismissal procedures under the Labour Relations Act 1995.
Key Proposed Changes:
✅ Small Employers – Adjustments to dismissal procedures for small businesses.
✅ Poor Performance – Clearer guidelines on dismissals due to underperformance.
✅ Misconduct – Updates on fair disciplinary processes.
✅ Unprotected Strikes – Stricter measures for dismissals related to illegal strikes.
✅ Operational Requirements – Changes to redundancy and restructuring processes.
Stakeholders are encouraged to review the draft and submit comments before the final implementation.