Labour Court confirms Bank Of Ireland security appointment after union appeal

In 1995, the Labour Court confirmed Bank Of Ireland's appointment of an external candidate to a security post after an appeal by the Services Industrial Professional Technical Union. The decision was dated 18 January 1995. The union argued that existing staff should have had an opportunity to apply for the promotional vacancy. The Bank said it advertised the post and selected a candidate on merit and suitability, with help from an independent recruitment specialist. The Court said the way the vacancy was filled left much to be desired and risked damaging staff morale and prompting further disputes. It urged the Bank and the union to agree procedures that would let it fill vacancies while supporting employees' career development, but confirmed the appointment in light of the circumstances and the Rights Commissioner's recommendation.