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The right to representation in internal employment procedures is one which gives rise to much contention with employers. Often times, it may be preferable for a vulnerable employee to have access to a solicitor in the context of an investigation.

Whilst the Landlord and Tenant (Amendment) Act, 1980 (as amended) (“the Act”) addresses a number of different issues, the focus of this article is on the right to a new tenancy conferred by section 16 of the Act.

The legislation governing the levying and collection of commercial rates is spread across numerous enactments, many of which date from the 19th century and are well in need of reform and modernisation.

The Government recently published proposals for a new Online Safety Bill with the aim of creating a safer online environment.

The 30th anniversary of the examinership process in Ireland is approaching and it’s a good time to reflect on the development of the process, where it stands now in Irish commercial life and the alternatives that exist.

Most Irish companies are required to maintain an internal register of its beneficial owners. There is also now an important new obligation to file information about the beneficial owners to a new Central Register, maintained by the CRO.