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The CIPD in Ireland We're the professional body for experts in people at work. Our work began in the UK more than 100 years ago, and expanded into Ireland in 1937.

We're the professional body for HR and people development - experts on the world of work and career partner to 6,000 members in Ireland and more than 150,000 members around the world For more than 100 years, we've been championing better work and working lives by setting professional standards for HR and people development, as well as driving positive change in the world of work. Today we work all across the world - with hubs in the UK, Ireland, the Middle East and Asia. In Ireland, we are focussed on the CIPD's strategic development, its growth, engagement with members, and the national policy agenda. We build strategic relationships with key government departments, other relevant bodies and HR leaders to enable this. Our engagement with members is strengthened by a range of thought leadership conferences and workshops as well as HR research and awards programmes to recognise good HR practice in Ireland. Our strong membership is increasing, enhanced by a growing community of students following CIPD qualifications. Six nationwide regional volunteer committees deliver a range of interesting engagement events at local level. Follow us on:
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the CIPD Thrive Conference at the Aviva Stadium!The day brought together evidenc...
15/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the CIPD Thrive Conference at the Aviva Stadium!

The day brought together evidence, expertise and honest conversations around one of the defining workplace challenges of our time: how organisations can create the conditions for sustainable performance while ensuring work remains human in an age of rapid technological change.

The afternoon began with the Thrive Exchange, where delegates participated in facilitated roundtable discussions exploring the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of work. The insights shared will contribute to the Thrive Report, which will be released in the coming weeks.

The focus then turned to mental health with Dr Emeline Ellis, Chief Clinical Officer at Spectrum Life. Drawing on findings from The Laya Mind Health Report 2026, she highlighted that Ireland’s challenge is not simply one of mental health awareness, but of trust, access and the perception among many people that their difficulties are not significant enough to seek support.

The conversation then shifted to AI and the future of work. In Beyond Efficiency: How AI Can Create Better Work and Better Outcomes, chaired by the CIPD’s Linda Waters, panellists explored how organisations can move beyond automation and productivity gains to use AI in ways that enhance work, support better decisions and create better outcomes for people and organisations.

In a powerful keynote, psychologist and neuroscientist Dr Brian Pennie shared his remarkable personal and professional journey. His message resonated throughout the room: while AI can provide information and insights, human judgement, empathy and connection remain irreplaceable.

Closing the conference, John Kennedy, newly appointed Chair of the National Committee in Ireland, reflected on the day’s discussions and challenged delegates to turn insight into action by choosing one conversation to start, one practice to challenge or one decision to influence in their organisation.

See you all next year! 👋🏼

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The CIPD in Ireland and Version 1 (Version 1 | IT Services and Solutions) brought together an excellent day with 40 C-su...
04/09/2026

The CIPD in Ireland and Version 1 (Version 1 | IT Services and Solutions) brought together an excellent day with 40 C-suite leaders from some of Ireland’s leading employers, exploring the topic of Building Human Capability in the Age of AI, sharing learnings, and experimenting with AI robots.

Delighted to be an Associated Event of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union 2026.

We were also pleased to have our CIPD Official CIPD interim CEO Caroline Stockmann and our incoming CEO Neil Carberry join the event.

A big thank you to our hosts, Version 1, for welcoming us to their state-of-the-art co-creation studio. We’d also like to thank Yvonne White and the Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Department of Enterprise, Tourism and Employment

Strong decisions are built on strong evidence. 💪CIPD membership gives you access to research, insights and expert guidan...
29/05/2026

Strong decisions are built on strong evidence. 💪

CIPD membership gives you access to research, insights and expert guidance - so you can approach challenges with clarity and confidence.

Renew before 1 July to keep making informed decisions: https://www.cipd.org/ie/membership/member-area/renewals/

The legal landscape and how it affects the workplace is constantly evolving. People professionals need targeted, condens...
28/05/2026

The legal landscape and how it affects the workplace is constantly evolving. People professionals need targeted, condensed but holistic information on the application of changing legislation and case law. This course is designed as a ‘must attend’ for busy professionals who need to navigate how to best apply Irish employment law principles.

Our 1-day, in-person course, supported by , will run in September and will equip you with up-to-date knowledge and insights to navigate Irish employment law with confidence and precision.

You’ll learn how to:
✓ expand knowledge relating to the latest developments in employment law
✓ appreciate the organisational significance of recent changes
✓ evaluate the impact of legal updates on the topics covered
✓ assess your thinking around recent case law developments, legislation
✓ consider a range of interventions to enable organisation compliance.

Topics covered:
• Addressing disciplinary issues and investigations
• Managing probationary issues
• Dignity and equality in an evolving workplace
• ABCs of protected disclosures

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Wrapping up another amazing CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference! 🎉 It’s been an incredible day filled with insight...
27/05/2026

Wrapping up another amazing CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference! 🎉 It’s been an incredible day filled with insightful discussions and valuable networking.

The afternoon sessions had a common thread of a changing mindset with regards to the workforce - be it rethinking restructure or retirement.

🔄 Michelle Mc Donagh, Chief Client Officer at Adare Trusted People Partners, delivered a practical session on getting continuous workforce restructuring right. A key theme was the importance of a mindset shift and recognising that restructuring is not inherently negative, but often a necessary part of keeping pace and enabling growth.

Followed by chair Katie Ridge from Adare Trusted People Partners who led an insightful panel discussion with Ciara Turner, Woodie's and Antoinette Cunningham, former An Garda Síochána on rethinking retirement and a shift towards a capability-based, inclusive workforce. With 1 in every 5 workers is over 55 years of age in Ireland the conversation around age inclusive workforce planning and longer working lives has been accelerated.

Then the launch of the CIPD Trust in Ireland that marks a proud milestone for the people profession and a meaningful step forward for every HR and people professional working to shape better, inclusive workplaces across this country. The discussion chaired by Sally Eley, CIPD Trust and panellists Fiona Sharkey, McInnes Dunne Murphy LLP, Jacob Harmon from Tosú and Ray Power, Prison Reform and Mental Health Advocate, brought that reality to life by sharing moving personal stories and practical steps employers can take when hiring people with convictions.

⚖️ In the closing keynote, Employment law in motion: insights from inside the courts, Peter Ward SC brought the day’s themes together, drawing on his extensive career in employment law.
Sharing practical insights on avoiding prolonged and costly disputes, he reinforced the critical role HR professionals play at the frontline of dispute management.

And that's a wrap! 🎉 A massive thank you to all our speakers and panellists. And a big shout all to all our exhibitors and sponsors for your continued support.

What a morning full of learning at the CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026! 🎉So many people professionals hav...
27/05/2026

What a morning full of learning at the CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026! 🎉

So many people professionals have come together to navigate the ever-changing employment law landscape here in Ireland. A huge thank you to our chair for the day, Meg Dunphy, for keeping us all on track, and Country Director Alison Hodgson, who’s welcome this morning truly set the tone of a purposeful, grounded, and forward-looking day of shared learning.

Here's a flavour of what we've covered in the morning sessions:

🇪🇺 Yvonne White shared a clear and practical perspective on why the Irish Presidency matters, both politically and operationally, for employers and the people profession.

⚖️ Kieran Mulvey brought us through the evolution of the Workplace Relations Commission and Ireland's employment law system. The 2015 reforms marked a real step forward in delivering fair and expedited adjudication, and the shifting environment around collective bargaining remains firmly in focus.

💶 Katie Ridge explored the EU Pay Transparency Directive and what it means for employers in practice. While transposing legislation may not land by 07 June 2026, organisations need to start preparing now.

🤖 Maria McAnearney from KPMG walked us through what the EU AI Act means in practice for employers and people professionals. If you use or sell AI in the EU, you need to ensure you’re adhering to the act.

🎙️ Following a rich and candid conversation about the shifting employer/employee relationship and the challenges faced by senior leaders today about the toughest employment decisions leaders are facing today. Chaired by Derek McKay of Adare Trusted People Partners, with panellists Anita Walsh from Entegro, Niall Eyre, former Intel and Debbie Low, The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD).

⚖️ The last speaker of the morning, Paul D Maier, Barrister-at-Law, delivered a highly practical session exploring the question: Employee or Entrepreneur? The discussion unpacked the key principles used to determine employment status.

And we’re just getting started – stay tuned, there’s plenty more to come.

It’s today! The CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026, supported by Adare Trusted People Partners, has arrived!...
27/05/2026

It’s today! The CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026, supported by Adare Trusted People Partners, has arrived! Here’s your inspirational journey for the day:

🇪🇺 Start the morning with insights into what the Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU could mean for employers and workplaces.
📊 Take stock of the evolving employee relations landscape and the trends leaders need to be ready for.
💬 Dive into Pay Transparency and the practical implications organisations can’t afford to ignore.
☕ Connect with peers and colleagues over coffee and conversation.
🤖 Explore the EU AI Act and what responsible AI adoption means for the workplace.
🎤 Hear expert perspectives on the toughest employment law decisions leaders are navigating right now.
⚖️ Unpack the complexities of classifying workers in a rapidly changing world of work.
🍽️ Use lunch as an opportunity to build new connections and continue the conversation.
🔄 Learn how organisations can get continuous workforce restructuring right while balancing business and people priorities.
🌟 Rethink retirement and explore the untapped potential of experienced workers in today’s workforce.
🤝 Join an important discussion on hiring people with convictions and what inclusive recruitment looks like in practice.
📚 Finish the day with a keynote exploring employment law in motion and what lies ahead for employers and HR leaders.

✨ Looking forward to a day of learning, discussion and meaningful connections.

It's tomorrow! The CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026. Employment law is changing fast. This is your opportu...
26/05/2026

It's tomorrow! The CIPD in Ireland Employment Law Conference 2026.

Employment law is changing fast. This is your opportunity to stay informed, reduce risk and make better decisions with confidence.

Apart from hearing from leading legal experts, senior practitioners and policy leaders, make the most of your experience by visiting our headline sponsor Adare Trusted People Partners and connecting with our premium exhibitor HRLocker and networking exhibitors: SkillsTrust, HSF Health Plan, Remote, DeCare, The Mediators' Institute of Ireland, Workplace Relations Commission, Work Permits Ireland.

Visit their stands at the Aviva to explore insights, services, and opportunities that could make a real difference to you and your organisation!

At the CIPD in Ireland, we are surrounded by a fantastic network of HR community partners and organisations that share our vision for raising the standard of the people profession in Ireland. From HR and employment law consultancy to workplace relations, HR technology, employee benefits, wellbeing, mediation and immigration permits, there is something for everyone on the day.

If you're going to miss tomorrow, keep an eye on our events page — there is always something valuable coming up across our partner network: https://www.cipd.org/ie/get-involved/events/

25/05/2026

2 days to go! ⏱️

Join us on Wednesday for the CIPD in Ireland Employment Law on Wednesday 27 May at Aviva Stadium, Dublin.

Supported by Adare Trusted People Partners, you’ll hear practical insight, challenge your thinking and leave with guidance you can apply immediately! Our programme is built by people professionals who understand what HR professionals in Ireland need right now.

Last tickets remaining! Book your place now → https://www.cipd.org/ie/get-involved/events/2026/5/cipd-in-ireland-employment-law-conference-2026/

22/05/2026

! This week, the CIPD in Ireland team connected with HR and people professionals across a range of events and conversations happening throughout the community.

From sharing insights and supporting learning, to listening to the challenges and opportunities shaping the world of work, we’re present where the HR profession comes together and continue to be a leading voice for the HR profession across Ireland.

Our latest video captures some of these moments from this week — highlighting the collaboration, energy and commitment that continue to drive our profession forward.

At the CIPD in Ireland, supporting and championing the HR community remains at the heart of everything we do. 🩵

Thank you to everyone who engaged with us along the way — we look forward to continuing the conversation.

Get in touch and let us know how we can support you: cipd.ie

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