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Rights at Work
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Everyone has rights and entitlements in the workplace. This includes rights to minimum wage, a certain amount of time for lunch every day, and the right to take annual leave. Find out all you need to know below.
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Understanding income tax in Ireland
Learn more about tax credits, calculating tax and registering a job
Zero hour contracts
This type of employment contract is more and more common
How to join a Trade Union
Thinking about becoming a union member?
Labour Disputes
Find out more about what may happen if a labour dispute arises in the workplace
Protection for Whistleblowers
Find out more about the legal protections for whistleblowers
What should be in my employment contract?
Find out what legally should be included in an employment contract
Your Rights as a Domestic Worker or Au Pair
Find out more about the differences with rights when working in someone's home
Help against victimisation at work
Find out more about your rights if you're being victimised at work
Can my boss reduce my hours at work?
Find out more about what supports might be available to you if your hours at work get cut
Garda Vetting for Employment
If you work with children or vulnerable adults, you may have to undergo vetting
Unfair dismissal from work
Find out more about your employment rights
All you need to know about constructive dismissal
Employees who can prove constructive dismissal can be returned to their jobs under their original contracts
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