AI Summary of 2. Interpretation.
This Act delineates key definitions essential for compliance with employment regulations, specifically referencing various statutory instruments such as the Redundancy Payments Act, 1967, and related amendments. Key terms such as 'employee' and 'employer' are precisely defined to ensure clarity in the application of employment rights and obligations.
It further outlines the concept of 'associated employers' and the criteria for determining employment status, which are critical for compliance purposes. The provisions mandate adherence to regulatory frameworks, ensuring all parties understand their roles within the stipulated legal context.
2. Interpretation.
Amendments (requiring commencement) by s. 66 of the Workplace Relations Act 2015 (No. 16), published 20 May 2015.
(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires -
"Act of 1967" means the Redundancy Payments Act, 1967;
"Act of 1977" means the Unfair Dismissals Act, 1977;
"Act of 1993" means the Social Welfare (Consolidation) Act, 1993;
"Act of 2000" means the Social Welfare Act, 2000;
"appeals officer" has the meaning assigned to it by the Act of 1993;
"associated employer" shall be construed in accordance with subsection (2);
"carer's leave" shall be construed in accordance with section 6;
"confirmation document" has the meaning assigned to it by section 10;
"continuous employment" shall be construed in accordance with section 7(6);