The Regulation of Lobbying Act 2015 – What you need to know
- November 20th, 2015
- Jason O'Sullivan
When some people hear the word lobbying, their mind may conjure up images of Netflix’s House of Cards and picture smooth talking professionals performing secretive backroom deals with politicians on behalf of scrupulously rich clientele. This perception is understandable to…
The new Workplace Relations Act 2015 – What it means for your business
- October 20th, 2015
- Jason O'Sullivan
The long awaited Workplace Relations Act 2015 came into force on October 1st and its implementation will have far reaching consequences for your business. When it was initially proposed, it was lauded by the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation…
Cameron’s Need for Good Crisis Management
- September 21st, 2015
- Jason O'Sullivan
This mornings, headline story from the Daily Mail, (Monday 21 September) which alleges a bizarre and distasteful incident involving the British Prime Minister David Cameron, during his university days at Oxford, illustrates how quickly ones good reputation can be ridiculed and…
The Benefits of Mediation for Better Workplace Relations
- September 9th, 2015
- Jason O'Sullivan
The workplace is a complex, vast and diverse environment for employers and employees alike, which is understandable given the necessary daily interactions between all co-workers in achieving their set company targets and objectives. The requisite existence of organisational hierarchy structures,…
The Basics for Drafting Terms of Employment and Contracts
- August 31st, 2015
- Jason O'Sullivan
When an employer or HR manager is hiring someone new, the thought of drafting the requisite employment contract or determining the terms of employment can be quite daunting, depending on the nature, duration and seniority of the role. So we’ve…