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Posted worker
Posted workers are sent by their employer to temporarily work abroad in another European Union member state.
Employee-led Early Conciliation
From 27 January 2020 anyone who wishes to lodge a claim with the Industrial or Fair Employment Tribunal must first notify the Labour Relations Agency and discuss the option of Early Conciliation. You will not be able to proceed to tribunal without at least considering this option.
Guidance on the Agency Workers Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2011
This guidance has been produced by the Department for the Economy. It is designed to help agency workers, hirers of agency workers and the recruitment sector to understand the Agency Workers Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2011.
Paternity Leave
Paternity leave allows parents to take time off from their work to have time with their child following a birth.
Shared Parental Leave (SPL)
SPL is a legal entitlement for eligible parents of babies due, or children placed for adoption, on or after 5 April 2015.
Latest News
Keep up to date with the latest in employment relations in Northern Ireland
Labour Relations Agency Accessibility Statement
Accessibility statement for www.lra.org.uk
This accessibility statement applies to the website of the Labour Relations Agency.
Jury service
Jury service is a public duty.
Young worker
Young workers are workers who are over school-leaving age and are under 18.
Dismissal
Employees can be dismissed for reasons such as gross misconduct or a fundamental breach of contract. A fair and robust process should be followed where all parties have certain rights and responsibilities.