Redundancy rows key to many current disputes
Posted on September 3, 2009 by Gerald FlynnDisagreements over redundancy terms or selection processes for involuntary job cuts have been key to most employment disputes over the past three months.
The occupation of premises by staff at Thomas Cook Travel in Dublin and by staff at 4Homes retail outlet in Mitchelstown, Co Cork, centred on disputes over both redundancy payments and very short notice given to employees. Both attracted extensive media coverage and impacted on the reputation of the travel company and on the Dairygold group which has an interest in the 4Homes retail network in Munster.
Many similar disputes have arisen in the construction and related sectors of builders suppliers this year. It highlights the need for clear management decision-making and communication in advance with employees when job cuts are on the horizon.
