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Worker who quit after anti-Traveller slur used at sales meeting wins €15k
2026-04-29
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A worker from the Travelling Community, Kieran Reilly, has received €15,000 in compensation after being subjected to a derogatory remark during a sales meeting. The comment, made by a consultant, referred to the sales team as 'a pack of knackers going door to door selling tarmac,' which Reilly found deeply hurtful and offensive. The incident occurred shortly after Reilly started his job with Energy Centre Limited. The employer accepted liability for the harassment, acknowledging the remark was offensive and unacceptable. Reilly, however, felt the apology from the consultant and employer did not mitigate the harm caused, leading him to resign. The adjudicator, Brian Dolan, noted that the term used was derogatory and hostile, violating Reilly's dignity. He upheld the Employment Equality Act complaint and ordered the firm to pay four months' worth of compensation. The employer was also directed to provide workplace training on respect and dignity within two months.
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What: Report matter: Worker who quit after anti-Traveller slur used at sales meeting wins €15k. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
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- 12 March 2025 Incident
- 2026-04-29 Publication
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