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Wix admits to unfairly dismissing worker over posts criticising Israel
Summary
Tech firm Wix admitted it had unfairly dismissed Irish worker Courtney Carey after she posted on social media criticising Israel. Carey, a former manager, says she lost her apartment and has only found lower‑paid temporary work since her dismissal in October. She claims Wix treated her as a supporter of terrorism, citing tweets and LinkedIn posts that she says were false. Her claim under the Unfair Dismissals Act 1977 was brought before the Workplace Relations Commission. Wix's lawyer conceded procedural unfairness and said the case would now focus on compensation. Carey's barrister noted her gross pay fell from €40,000 to €25,567 after months of unemployment. The tribunal heard that she applied for about 60 jobs, was denied many, and now works as an An Post clerk on a temporary contract. The hearing concluded with the adjudicator saying she would issue a decision in due course.
Who, what, where, when and why
What: Report matter: Wix admits to unfairly dismissing worker over posts criticising Israel. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 28 November Other
- 2024-06-19 Publication
Why: In evidence, Ms Carey said that because Wix had decided she had committed gross misconduct and dismissed her on that basis, she was unable to claim social welfare as soon as she was out of work. CNI source report
Places mentioned
- Lansdowne House
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