Labour Court raises dismissal settlement to £600 for Schindler Ireland worker

The Labour Court increased a Rights Commissioner’s £250 recommendation to £600 in a dismissal appeal involving a receptionist/bookkeeper at Schindler Ireland Limited. The determination was dated 19 February 1999. The Court found that alleged poor performance contributed to the dismissal. It noted that the company had issued no formal warnings and had no disciplinary procedure, and raised the amount in light of its failure to observe certain procedures. The £600 was in full and final settlement of all claims. The company also agreed to provide the worker with a more substantial reference.