Ireland's employment permit and business immigration framework has undergone significant changes in 2026, marking one of the most substantial updates in recent years. Against a backdrop of persistent skills shortages, increasing global competition for talent, and evolving workforce demands, the Government has introduced reforms designed to make the employment permit system more responsive while maintaining compliance safeguards. For employers, HR leaders, and global mobility teams, these...

Hiring the wrong person can be costly. That is precisely why probation periods exist. They give employers the opportunity to assess whether a new employee is the right fit for the role, the team, and the business. However, one of the most common misconceptions among employers is that an employee on probation can be dismissed at any time, for any reason, without risk. In reality, probation periods are not the legal safety net many employers assume they are. With evolving employment legislation...

The UK Employment Rights Act 2025 represents one of the most significant developments in UK employment law in recent years. The legislation introduces wide-ranging reforms designed to strengthen workers’ rights, improve workplace protections, and create greater certainty for employees. While some reforms will take effect immediately and others will be introduced gradually through further regulations and government guidance, now is the right time for employers to review their HR processes,...