Tag: Employee Welfare
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Retail Worker Wins Compensation Over Washroom Complaint
Background of the Case A recent ruling by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has highlighted the critical importance of workplace safety and employee rights, particularly in relation to basic facilities such as restrooms. Retail worker Fiona Bird was awarded €7,500 in compensation after she was penalized for raising concerns about inadequate access to washroom facilities…
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Retail Worker Wins Compensation Over Lack of Washroom Access
Introduction A recent ruling from the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) has highlighted a significant issue within the retail sector regarding employee health and safety. Fiona Bird, a retail worker, was awarded €7,500 in compensation after being penalized for complaining about a lack of access to washroom facilities at her workplace, GB Agencies Galway Limited, trading…