WRC finds no discrimination after complainant misses recruitment hearing

The Workplace Relations Commission found that John Holland was not discriminated against in a recruitment process involving the Public Appointment Service. Holland did not attend the hearing, and the decision was dated 27 June 2022; the merits were not decided. Holland alleged discrimination during recruitment. The Public Appointment Service denied the allegation. The adjudication officer said no evidence establishing the claim was presented because Holland did not attend. He was satisfied Holland had notice of the hearing and had offered no explanation for his absence.