Question 1

What does the Prohibition of Bogus Self Employment Bill 2019 do?

Accepted Answer

Makes it illegal for employers to deliberately classify employees as self-employed; conviction carries Class A fine or up to 12 months imprisonment or both. Workplace Relations Commission can prosecute offences and recover investigation and prosecution costs from convicted persons. Establishes 12-month timeframe to bring proceedings; defence available if person exercised due diligence to ensure correct employment status designation.

Question 2

What stage is the Prohibition of Bogus Self Employment Bill 2019 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 13 Feb 2020, the Prohibition of Bogus Self Employment Bill 2019 is at First Stage in 32nd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Prohibition of Bogus Self Employment Bill 2019?

Accepted Answer

The Prohibition of Bogus Self Employment Bill 2019 was sponsored by Willie O'Dea, and was introduced on 27 Mar 2019.

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