Unfair dismissal

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Unfair dismissal

The right not to be unfairly dismissed is a purely statutory right arising under s 6 of the Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 (Ireland) (UDA 1977 (IRL)).

This Overview summarises the practical guidance available relating to unfair dismissal claims, eg eligibility criteria for bringing a claim, the meaning of dismissal for statutory purposes, and the concept of ‘reasonableness’ in the dismissal context. It also deals with remedies for successful claims and options for resolving and settling claims.

For more information, see Practice Notes:

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    Ireland—Unfair dismissal

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    Ireland—Unfair dismissal—Remedies

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