Gary Maloney wins €12,500 unfair dismissal award

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Gary Maloney was awarded €12,500 for unfair dismissal by the Workplace Relations Commission, reported on 24 January 2024.

The award concerned his dismissal from Bill Griffin Motors after he took a holiday in Portugal that the company said had not been approved. The WRC accepted his evidence that he was told to leave the dealership, and found there had been no investigation or disciplinary procedure after his return.

The adjudication officer ruled that the dismissal was unfair on procedural and substantive grounds. She set compensation at €12,500, taking account of Mr Maloney’s contribution to his dismissal; he had estimated his losses at €19,026.