National court archive · 2026-04-10
Tech worker says he was penalised for flagging Israeli links of firm given access at top cybersecurity company
At a glance
- Crime
- Not stated
- People
- Cian Ó Laoi, Eoin Keary, Rahim Jina, Penelope McGrath, Cillian McGovern BL
- Locations
- Not stated
- Court
- Workplace Relations Commission (WRC)
- Outcome
- stands adjourned until Monday
Summary
Computer engineer Cian Ó Laoi told the Workplace Relations Commission that Edgescan reprimanded him after he raised concerns about a tech firm with Israeli links having high-level access to its servers. He is pursuing claims of whistleblower penalisation and constructive dismissal against BCC Risk Advisory Ltd, trading as Edgescan. The company is contesting the complaints, and the hearing before adjudication officer Penelope McGrath was adjourned until Monday.
Original reporting: courtsnewsireland.ie