

Retirement / The “Third Phase” And The Possible Impact of Covid-19
Introduction What does retirement mean to people today? A 65 year old person today (ignoring Covid-19 for the moment) can expect to live...


Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – Options to Deal With Outstanding ER Issues (Caseloads) Post C
Introduction There is no doubt the Covid –19 pandemic brought significant and immediate challenges to the role of HR in every...


Issues Facing Employers if Considering Pay Reductions as a Result of the Covid-19
The implications of Covid-19 have been swift and deep. Most organisations are responding in the best way they can and are prioritising...


Significant Workplace Issues to be Addressed by Businesses in Transitioning to the "New Normal"
The Irish Government is designing a strategy to gradually exit ‘lockdown’ measures. We can expect this will allow some businesses to...


Stratis Guidance on Lay Off and Short Time Working - Covid 19
At Stratis Consulting, we have put this guidance note together for employers on various issues arising for them and their employees if...


Employers Should Reign in Escalating Pay Costs
Labour costs are a key factor in determining competitiveness. After years of moderate growth, labour costs have started to increase at a...


WRC Work Programme 2020 Raises Some Opportunities for Change
The Board of the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) is required to review the performance of the Commission over the previous year...


Pathway to a Successor to the Public Sector Stability Agreement (PSSA) – What Should Be Different?
During 2020 the new Government when it takes office will be engaging with Public Sector Unions on a successor to the Public Sector...


The Legislative Programme of a New Government May Include a Focus on Important Employment Issues of
The next Programme for Government will likely see a significant legislative focus on a range of employment issues in the areas of...


If There is a Coronavirus Outbreak What Should Employers be Thinking About?
In recent days the potential for a coronavirus outbreak has grown and it is prudent for employers to consider what actions may be taken...