The European Commission has issued a warning to Ireland, and seven other countries, for failing to fully adopt an EU directive on transparent and predictable working conditions.
The legislation aims to ensure that workers have clear, upfront information about their employment terms such as working hours, pay and job stability.
It also strengthens protections against abusive practices, including unpredictable schedules and last-minute assignments, while guaranteeing worker rights like cost-free mandatory training.
The European Commission said it has decided to open infringement procedures by sending a letter of formal notice to Ireland, Czechia, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, the Netherlands, Portugal and Finland.
The countries have been accused of failing to fully align their national legislation with the directive.
“The Commission is therefore sending a letter of formal notice to eight Member States, which now have two months to respond and adopt necessary measures,” the Commission said in a statement.
“In the absence of a satisfactory response, the Commission may decide to issue reasoned opinions,” it added.
The Department of Enterprise has been contacted for comment.
