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The Use of Agency Workers – Update for Employers in Ireland
Episode 22 • 19th August 2026 • Irish Employment Law • Maples Group
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In this episode of the Maples Group Employment Law Podcast, Karen Killalea (Partner and Head of Employment) and Ciara Ní Longaigh (Associate) examine the legal framework governing agency workers in Ireland including the Protection of Employees (Temporary Agency Work) Act 2012. The discussion covers the obligations on hirers and employment agencies, the working conditions that agency workers are entitled to and the enforcement mechanisms available. Karen and Ciara also walk through some interesting recent case law and map out some practical lessons for hirers and agencies alike.

Speakers:

Karen Killalea | Partner | +353 1 619 2037 | [email protected] | View Bio

Ciara Ní Longaigh | Associate | +353 1 619 2740 | [email protected] | View bio

Resources:

Protection of Employees (Temporary Agency Work) Act 2012 | Law Reform

Sheehan v Boston Scientific - WRC - ADJ-00027337

Sheehan v Boston Scientific [7 March 2024]

Stafford v Isaacson [6 February 2014]

For more information visit: https://maples.com/podcasts/irish-employment-law

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