WRC rejects Mohamed Lalaibia’s dismissal and public holiday pay complaints

The Workplace Relations Commission found Mohamed Lalaibia’s complaints against Apleona Hgs Limited not well founded. The decision, dated 14 December 2023, covered his dismissal and a claim for public holiday pay. Lalaibia said he became unwell during a security shift and was dismissed after a one-off incident. Apleona said he had failed to remain alert on duty and was dismissed after an investigation and disciplinary process. The officer found the investigation fair and the dismissal not unfair. Lalaibia also claimed 38 hours of public holiday pay, arguing overtime should count in the calculation. The officer found overtime was not included in public holiday pay calculations and ruled that complaint not well founded.