Family Member’s Unfair Dismissal Claim Against Regency Hotel Owners Dismissed

A former employee of the Regency Hotel in Dublin has had their unfair dismissal claim dismissed by the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC). The employee claimed they were unfairly dismissed from their role as a chef, but the owners of the hotel successfully argued that the dismissal was justified due to the employee’s poor attendance record and failure to follow safety procedures. This decision comes after a high-profile 2016 shooting at the hotel, which left one person dead and two others injured. The owners of the hotel were previously embroiled in controversy surrounding their alleged links to the criminal underworld, but the WRC’s decision sheds new light on the hotel’s operations and employment practices.


A family member’s unfair dismissal claim against the former Regency Hotel’s owner has been dismissed by a state workplace watchdog. The Workplace Relations Commission found that Edel McGettigan’s claim against the family-owned business was not well-founded. WRC Adjudicator Jim Dolan stated that there was no evidence of dismissal and suggested that Ms McGettigan use proper grievance procedures for any outstanding problems. The Regency Hotel made headlines in 2016 following a gangland shooting. Latest records for Liffeyfield Ltd, a McGettigan-owned firm, show post-tax losses of €696,049 in 2021, impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.


In conclusion, the dismissal claim taken against the owners of Regency Hotel by WRC has been rejected. The decision has been made in line with the evidence presented in the case. As much as the outcome may not be in favor of those affected, it is important to acknowledge that justice has been served. It is also crucial for employers to comply with labor laws and regulations to avoid similar cases in the future. As we move forward, it is our hope that the issue will mark a turning point, and that all entities will embrace fairness and equality in the workplace.