In our August instalment of Employment Law at 11, Legal Island’s Christine Quinn and Seamus McGranaghan of O’Reilly Stewart Solicitors discuss what employers can (and can't) do when theft or dishonesty allegations arise.

They cover:

The legal threshold for dismissal
Handling disciplinary and criminal investigations at the same time
What happens after dismissal

HR teams in NI and ROI are facing rapid changes around what employee information can be gathered, stored and kept. This free webinar is designed to guide you through what’s required and what to avoid.

Julie Holmes from Legal Islandis joined by Crystel Robbins Rynne, CEO of HRLocker, for a focused 45‑minute session that walks you through the full employee journey, from job ads to post‑employment. With Crystel’s background as both a CEO and a senior HR leader, you’ll get real‑world insight into what you can collect, what you shouldn’t keep, and how long each record can stay on file.

We cover:

✔ What you must record

✔ What you should avoid keeping

✔ How long each item can stay on file

You will receive two handy takeaway documents:
• An NI/ROI split retention schedule
• A simple checklist you can use straight away

Perfect for anyone handling employee information in Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.

Employee Data Checklist

Employee Data Decision

Employee Data Lawful Basis Annex

Employee Data Retention Schedule ROI NI

Seamus & Christine talk NI caselaw - shoplifters, swearing and ChatGPT!

Breen v Tesco Stores & Doherty [2026] - A cashier with COPD is told to chase a shoplifter. Her manager then questions her COPD, asks if she's on PIP and suggests a wedding means she's fit for work.

Preshur v DHL Supply Chain [2026] - ADHD, multiple investigations, a secret job offer and an employee who swore at the Employment Judge.

Hegarty v Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service [2026] - Two Tribunals, one month apart, completely opposite views on AI-drafted witness statements. This one is unresolved, and it's heading your way.

Tell your HR colleagues or get your HR team around the computer and use the webinars as monthly group learning opportunities. Or catch up on Spotify or Apple Music while you're on the go!

Please note that the employment law matters discussed in this webinar apply primarily to Northern Ireland.

Industry trailblazers reveal the GenAI tools already reshaping the HR and Payroll functions.

Our expert speakers Barry Phillips and Johnathan Trainor share their top five favourite tools, along with practical use cases, showing how GenAI is transforming everyday work, improving productivity and opening up new possibilities for HR and Payroll teams like never before.

Legal Island’s Christine Quinn and Seamus McGranagahan of O’Reilly Stewart Solicitors explore what active bystanding really looks like, what the law says, and how the right training turns good intentions into confident action.

NEW LEGISLATION ALERT: In our March instalment of Employment Law at 11 Seamus McGranaghan of O’Reilly Stewart Solicitors and Christine Quinn of Legal Island, give us a guide to paid miscarriage leave in Northern Ireland, coming into effect in April 2026, and broader guidance on supporting employees through bereavement. They cover statutory entitlements, policy considerations, and best practices for compassionate workplace support, helping employers navigate these sensitive situations with confidence.

Think you’ve seen it all in recruitment? Think again. In This 45-minute webinar hosted by Legal Island in partnership with MCS Group, get the inside scoop on what’s really shaping hiring and how to hit the ground running in 2026.

What to expect:
• Understand how last year’s shifts in HR roles, sector trends and candidate expectations are shaping recruitment in 2026

• Explore how candidates and employers are using AI from CV optimisation to predictive hiring and what it means for your strategy

• Practical tips to reduce costs, streamline workflows and make automation work with your people, not against them

Stay ahead of salary trends, new role types and sector specific insights that will define the year ahead! Julie hosts a Q and A with recruitment experts Rebekah Mulligan, Senior Recruitment Consultant - HR – MCS UK & Ireland and Associate Recruitment Consultant Tara Duffy, so you leave with answers, ideas and a sharper 2026 hiring toolkit.

Cold and flu season is around the corner – are you ready? Catch up with our monthly Employment Law at 11 webinar to get practical guidance on managing sickness absence, including SSP, OSP, reporting obligations, and holiday entitlements. Stay compliant and support your team with confidence!