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New bill would provide paid leave entitlements for health screenings
The Labour Party has put forward a new bill - the Organisation of Working Time (Leave for Health Screening Purposes) Bill 2025 – which would provide leave entitlements for employees to attend health screenings.
Moira GrassickChief Operating Officer- Leave and Absence
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Irish employees obtaining €25 digital sick certs without speaking to a doctor
The Irish Medical Council has been investigating a surge in Irish employees who have been obtaining €25 digital sick certs, without ever seeing or speaking to a doctor in the process.
Gemma O'Connor Head Of Service- Leave and Absence
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Sick leave and sick pay
Sickness can happen at any time, especially as people start to lower their guard and with dramatic swings in weather that can happen with the change of the season. To keep employers prepared year-round, here we offer our best essential tips for sick leave and sick pay...
Gemma O'Connor Head Of Service- Leave and Absence
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Parent’s Leave changes confirmed
Last year’s Budget included an announcement that working parents would be entitled to three weeks of additional leave under legislation that would come into effect in April 2021.
Alan HickeyService and Operations Director- Leave and Absence
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Winter is here: Reducing the domino effect of workplace absences
Here, we’re focusing on ways to reduce the impact of winter-related absences on productivity and how promoting wellbeing in the workplace can lead to reduced absences. By following these tips, you can ensure your business remains on track during an important trading period
Gemma O'Connor Head Of Service- Leave and Absence
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Everything employers should know about bereavement leave
There are many different types of leave an employee is entitled to during their employment. In addition to the statutory leave provided for under employment laws, there are some discretionary types of leave a company may also provide.
Moira GrassickChief Operating Officer- Leave and Absence