The Labour Court dismissed Madeline Keely Burke’s appeal against St James Hospital after she failed to attend the hearing or submit written arguments. In a decision dated 21 February 2024, the Court affirmed the Rights Commissioner’s decision. The merits were not decided. The appeal concerned a complaint under the Protection of Employees (Part-Time Work) Act 2001. The Rights Commissioner had found the complaint not well founded. Burke had been notified of the hearing through her legal representative, but did not attend or provide a written submission.
Labour Court dismisses St James Hospital worker’s appeal after missed hearing
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