Jayden & Preston Limited appeal fails over €2,300 award to Francis Foley

The Labour Court has upheld a €2,300 award to Francis Foley under the Protection of Employment Act 1977 after JTrading As Parcel King Ayden & Preston Limited, failed to move its appeal. The decision, dated 20 January 2025, says the appellant entity did not attend the hearing, although a Peninsula Ireland representative was present. The Adjudication Officer found Foley’s complaint well founded and made the award. The employer sought a postponement, saying a director was in Canada and could not afford to travel. The Court refused the request after Foley objected, and affirmed the original decision.