The Workplace Relations Commission awarded Michael Upton €3,000 after finding he was unfairly dismissed by Mmm Ltd t/a Bolands Waterford City. The decision was dated 6 August 2025. The adjudicator found that Upton had no formal chance to answer the allegations, no opportunity for representation during the disciplinary process and no right of appeal. The respondent’s procedures were not followed. The company said an investigation found Upton had used inappropriate language and threatened his line manager, and dismissed him for gross misconduct. Upton denied using derogatory language. The adjudicator believed staff accounts about his conduct and found that he had contributed to the situation, but gave no percentage. The award was €3,000, taking account of mitigation and contribution.
WRC awards Michael Upton €3,000 for unfair dismissal
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