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Consultant doctor brings High Court challenge against Beacon Hospital

Summary

A consultant doctor, Dr Oisin Powell, has filed a High Court challenge against Beacon Hospital, alleging unlawful termination of his employment. On 13 December 2014, Mr Justice Paul Gilligan granted temporary injunctions preventing the hospital from appointing anyone to Powell's position, from announcing his termination, or stating he is unfit to perform duties. The injunctions were issued ex‑parte and are returnable next week. Powell, who has worked at Beacon since 2010 under fixed‑term contracts, claims his hours were reduced from 35 to 20 per week in November 2014, a change he rejected as a breach of contract. He was informed of termination earlier that week, which he contends was unjustified and linked to his intention to pursue legal action over the hour reduction. The court's orders aim to protect his reputation and employment status pending further proceedings.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: Consultant doctor brings High Court challenge against Beacon Hospital. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision

When:

• 2014-12-13 Publication

Why: In a sworn statement, Dr Powell say he believes his contract was terminated because of his intention to bring proceedings over the reduction of his hours. CNI source report

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Stage Hearing Or Decision

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