WRC rejects Meath firefighter’s constructive dismissal claim

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The Workplace Relations Commission rejected former retained firefighter Laurence Farrell’s constructive dismissal claim against Meath County Council. Adjudicator Maria Kelly found that the council investigated his complaints in line with its procedure and took them seriously.

Kelly said Farrell resigned before completing recommended meetings with the station officer and had not exhausted the internal process. She found the council had acted reasonably in the circumstances.