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“MyFutureFund” Ireland’s new auto-enrolment pension system is now in effect as of 1st January automatically enrolling “eligible” employees.

While many employers were prepared for this development, what came as a surprise were the further regulations signed into law on 22nd December, 2025 (S.I. No. 668/2025 – Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Regulations (Amendment) (Section 52) Regulations 2025, hereafter the “Regulations”).

The Regulations set out minimum standards that must be met in respect of contributions to occupational pension schemes and PRSAs in order for employments to be “exempt” from autoenrollment to MyFutureFund. These Regulations setting out minimum standards had not been expected for some time.

The Regulations which are already in effect since January 1st stipulate the following minimum standards.

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Karen McHale v Mayo University Hospital (ADJ-00053715) involved a constructive dismissal complaint under the Unfair Dismissals Acts 1977 – 2015.

The Complainant claimed that she was left with no option but to resign from her employment due to the Respondent’s treatment of her when a complaint was made against her under the Respondent’s grievance procedure.

Her complaint was upheld and she was awarded compensation, including a lump sum in respect of her pension.

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As we journey into 2026, it’s timely to reflect on some key developments and noteworthy cases that shaped Irish Employment law last year.

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Anne O’Connell Solicitors is delighted to have been recognised again by Legal 500 (based solely on client feedback) for Client Satisfaction. We’re so proud that our Firm has been recognised across all four categories of Lawyer & Team Quality, Billing & Efficiency, Sector Knowledge and Client Experience (Net Promoter Score - NPS ?). )

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We’re so grateful to our amazing team and especially to our wonderful clients for this recognition.