The Letter of the Law vs. Reasonableness in Irish Employment Law

In Irish employment law, compliance with legal procedures (the letter of the law) is essential, but reasonableness often determines the fairness of an employer's actions.

Tribunals and courts assess both: Did the employer follow the required steps? And was the decision fair and proportionate in the circumstances? Even perfect adherence to procedure can be undermined if the outcome is deemed unreasonable.

Employers must balance procedural compliance with fair and rational decision-making to avoid disputes.

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