Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 11 July 2023
261. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment if he is aware of the case of a campaign by persons (details supplied); and if he will meet with the persons in question and their trade union regarding their alleged unfair dismissal. [34323/23]
View answerAt the outset, I must emphasise that the responsibility for the resolution of an employment law dispute is a matter for the WRC's adjudication service. I have no role in the administration of justice.
Under Irish law, an individual has the right to join a trade union of their choice. The Unfair Dismissal Acts 1977-2016 provide for a number of grounds under which a dismissal may be considered unfair, including membership or proposed membership of a trade union or engaging in trade union activities, whether within permitted times during work or outside of working hours. It is unlawful to dismiss a person from their job simply because they are a member of a trade union.
The State provides the industrial relations dispute settlement mechanisms i.e. the Workplace Relations Commission and the Labour Court to support parties in their efforts to resolve their differences. The Workplace Relations Commission and Labour Court are independent statutory bodies.
