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AI Summary of 9. Parallel claims

This document outlines the legal implications of conduct by an employer that constitutes a contravention of both the relevant Act and the Employment Equality Acts from 1998 to 2021. It specifies that in such instances, relief cannot be granted to the employee for the conduct under both pieces of legislation.

The text clarifies the necessity for legal clarity around the remedies available to employees and emphasizes that seeking relief for the same contravention under multiple legislative frameworks is not permissible. This ensures that remedies are not duplicated and maintains the integrity of both the Act and the Employment Equality Acts.

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9. Parallel claims

Where the conduct of an employer constitutes both a contravention of this Act and a contravention of the Employment Equality Acts 1998 to 2021, relief may not be granted to the employee concerned in respect of the conduct under both this Act and those Acts.