Proposed changes to the Organisation of Working Time Act, contained in the new Workplace Relations Bill, will have financial implications for employers. The Bill is at Committee Stage in the Seanad at present. Until 2009, it was clear that under section 19 of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997 (‘the 1997 Act’) employees could not accrue […]

Buying a home together If you are buying a home with your partner, you should consider in advance which is the best home ownership option for you. In Ireland, joint ownership of property for cohabiting couples can be held in one of two ways; Joint tenancy Tenancy in common Considering which is the best option […]