by Eoin Lyons | Feb 9, 2023 | News
In our recent poll on LinkedIn, we found that over 75% of you (at the time of writing) are hoping for a promotion this year. For many of you, this will mean showcasing the impact you’re making in your role, and aligning the work you and your team do to the business...
by Eoin Lyons | Jan 11, 2023 | Employment Law Compliance, Ireland, News
Do you feel up-to-date and equipped to navigate the world of employment law? At the time of writing, less that 30% of you feel confident and compliant when it comes to being up-to-date with employment law, according to our LinkedIn poll. And with things like Sick...
by Eoin Lyons | Nov 10, 2022 | News
As we approach the end of another year (wow, that was quick), it’s that time again for HR teams and organisations to look toward next year and the key priorities to achieve success for your people and your business. Luckily, at Insight HR, we’ve been speaking to the...
by Eoin Lyons | Oct 12, 2022 | Employee Grievances, Sexual harassment, Workplace Investigations
Exactly one year ago, in October 2021, the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre published a research paper aimed at finding solutions to workplace sexual harassment in Ireland. The survey of 940 individuals, which took place in 2018, showed that 75.7% of respondents said they...
by Eoin Lyons | Sep 13, 2022 | Discipline and Grievances, Employee Discipline, Employment Law Compliance
An unfair dismissal claim can send shivers down the spine of any business owner, HR professional or employee. And rightfully so. Dismissals which are found to be unfair can be damaging for the organisation’s reputation, can effect organisational culture, can bring...
by Eoin Lyons | Aug 10, 2022 | Employee Theft, Fraud, Fraud in the Workplace, Stealing at Work, Workplace Theft
When we think of theft in the workplace perhaps the first image to spring to mind is someone with their hand in the till. It’s a pretty unambiguous sign that an employee could be stealing from their employer. If only all suspected cases of theft were so obvious! Take...
by Eoin Lyons | Jul 13, 2022 | Recruitment, Reward Systems
Irish consumer prices increased by an average of 7.8% in the 12 months to May — the fastest pace in nearly 38 years — up from 7% in the year to April. Source – thejournal.ie, here. A cost-of-living crisis, Brexit, the war on Ukraine, the post-pandemic workplace, the...
by Eoin Lyons | Jun 6, 2022 | Bullying, Bullying and Harassment, Workplace Investigations
An allegation of bullying in the workplace can set alarm bells ringing for HR. It is a serious and sensitive matter which must be approached with caution. Employees should feel as comfortable as possible in the workplace, and any discontent amongst colleagues can mean...
by Eoin Lyons | May 11, 2022 | Discipline and Grievances, Employee Discipline
Disciplinary actions may be necessary for a variety of reasons relating to employee performance, conduct and behaviour. Depending on the nature of the issue, the sanction may include a verbal or written warning, demotion or even dismissal. Not all wrongdoing will...
by Eoin Lyons | Apr 14, 2022 | Employee Grievances, Employment Law Compliance, Workplace Investigations
There are many reasons why an employee might raise a complaint. Perhaps they feel that they are being treated unfairly by their colleagues or management. They may feel that they are being bullied, harassed, or discriminated against. They might have a complaint about...
