WRC finds government department did not engage in prohibited conduct

The Workplace Relations Commission found that A Government Department did not engage in prohibited conduct in a complaint about the alleged failure to administer benefits to A Member of the Travelling Community. The complainant did not attend the hearing, and the WRC said sworn evidence was needed to establish facts that could shift the burden of proof; the merits were not decided. The decision was dated 24 April 2024. The WRC refused an application to adjourn the hearing and amended the respondent’s title to the relevant department, finding the alleged conduct was connected to the official’s employment.