Question 1

What does the Protection of Employment (Uncertain Hours) Bill 2016 do?

Accepted Answer

Removes loophole that excluded casual workers from zero-hours protections under the 1997 Organisation of Working Time Act, extending pay entitlements to those initially engaged casually. Allows employees working 6+ months with regular patterns to request written contracts reflecting actual hours worked, with employers able to refuse only for seasonal/emergency reasons. Creates enforcement mechanism through Workplace Relations Commission adjudication officers with power to order compliance and compensation up to 104 weeks' remuneration for breaches.

Question 2

What stage is the Protection of Employment (Uncertain Hours) Bill 2016 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 20 Apr 2020, the Protection of Employment (Uncertain Hours) Bill 2016 is at Second Stage in 25th Seanad. 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 Protection of Employment (Uncertain Hours) Bill 2016?

Accepted Answer

The Protection of Employment (Uncertain Hours) Bill 2016 was sponsored by Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, and was introduced on 29 Sep 2016.

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