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George doorman denies pushing trans woman down stairs

Summary

In a Workplace Relations Commission hearing, former doorman Ellison Silva dos Santos denied that he pushed a transgender woman down the stairs of Dublin's George bar during Pride month. He said the woman, who was heavily intoxicated, slapped him and then tried to escape, after which he grabbed her to prevent her falling. Silva dos Santos claimed he was fired two days later, but the venue's general manager denied dismissal, stating Silva dos Santos had been offered work at other group venues and only failed to attend. The manager also said Silva dos Santos was warned for not attending scheduled shifts and was ultimately terminated for abandonment of employment. Silva dos Santos maintains he was not dismissed and that the warning letter was issued without hearing his side. The case remains under review by the WRC.

Who, what, where, when and why

What: Report matter: George doorman denies pushing trans woman down stairs. Charges or matters: Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 complaint. Procedural stage: trial

When:

• Wednesday 28 June Other
• 11 August 2023 Other
• 20 December 2023 Other
• 2024-01-17 Publication

Why: She was trying to fight to him, but she don't fall too much because he was holding her," the interpreter said. CNI source report

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Read the original CNI report