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Selecting and appointing
The final stage in the recruitment and selection process is the most important — choosing the best person for the job.
Panel of Arbitrators
The Labour Relations Agency works with a panel of independent arbitrators who specialise in different areas and who will chair an independent appeal panel.
Promoting Equality in Employment for Women Affected by Menopause
This guide has been developed in partnership with the Equality Commission and Northern Ireland Committee of the Irish Congress of Trade Unions.
Misconduct and gross misconduct
Disciplinary issues arise when the employer has concerns about an employee’s conduct, absence from work or the way they are performing in their job. They may start a disciplinary procedure which could lead to disciplinary action (including dismissal in more serious cases).
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy to 2025
This Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy provides a road map as to how LRA will drive systemic change and build a diverse, inclusive environment in which our personal differences are cherished and where everyone can thrive.
Hours of work
The amount of hours and employee works for employer should be clearly laid out in the employment contract.
Adoption leave
Employees who are adopting are entitled to time off in a similar way to maternity leave.
Shared Parental Leave and Pay: Employers' Technical Guide to Shared Parental Leave and Pay
This guide was published by the Department for the Economy.
Eligible employees of babies due to be born or placed for adoption from April 2015 will have a new statutory entitlement to shared parental leave and pay. This technical guidance is for employers who think their employee(s) may be eligible.
Advice on Managing Poor Performance
This booklet is designed to provide employers with guidance on identifying the causes of and dealing with instances of poor work performance.
Webinar - Managing Sickness Absence
This webinar provides an overview on how to manage sickness absence in the workplace. It covers the types and causes of sickness, ways of measuring sickness absence, including policy and procedure considerations. It will provide you with best practice skills and techniques to effectively and efficiently manage sickness absence in the workplace.