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In Ireland, hiring and contractual formalities are governed by a well-defined legal framework. Employers and employees must adhere to these mandatory formalities to ensure compliance with Irish employment laws. Key hiring and contractual formalities include:
Probation in Ireland typically refers to a trial period during which a new employee's performance and suitability for the role are evaluated. While probation periods are not legally obligatory, they are commonly used by employers as a means to assess the working relationship. The duration of a probationary period may vary depending on the employer's discretion but often lasts for three to six months (but cannot exceed 12 months).
In Ireland, adult employees are subject to a maximum weekly working limit of 48 hours. Additionally, they are entitled to short breaks, receiving 15 minutes for every four and a half hours worked, or 30 minutes for every six hours worked during the workday.
In Ireland, there is no specific legal requirement for mandatory overtime pay at a fixed rate. Overtime pay is typically determined through employment contracts, collective agreements, or industry-specific regulations.
The minimum wage rate in Ireland was 11.3 EUR per hour for an experienced adult worker (aged 20 and over). There were lower rates for workers under 20 and for the first two years of employment.
In Ireland, there is no specific legislation mandating the payment of 13th salaries or bonuses. The provision of such additional payments, is typically a matter of individual employment contracts or collective agreements negotiated between employers and employees or their representatives.
Income tax is calculated based on a tax rate band. The individual income tax is 20% until a certain level of income and 40% for any amount above that income.
The State Pension (Contributory) is available to individuals aged 66 and above who have accumulated sufficient Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) contributions. To be eligible, individuals must have made at least 520 full-rate PRSI contributions, equivalent to 10 years of contributions.
In Ireland, the termination process for employment is governed by labor laws and regulations designed to ensure fairness and protect the rights of both employers and employees. Termination can occur for various reasons, but it must be carried out in accordance with legal requirements to be considered just and lawful. Below are some of the reasons that may be considered justifiable for terminating an employment contract in Ireland:
As per the contract terms, the notice period varies based on the duration of employment. Both employees and employers should provide notice as outlined below:
Severance pay is provided exclusively to employees facing redundancy, provided they have completed at least 2 years of service. The calculation is based on 2 weeks' pay for each year of service, with an additional week's pay included.
In Ireland, employees are entitled to nine public holidays a year, for which they are given a day off. These public holidays are: