Solicitor in DPP’s office alleges workplace discrimination since he disclosed treatment for alcohol addiction – The Irish Times

Michael Murphy, a long-serving prosecuting solicitor in the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, claims he has faced discrimination and victimisation since disclosing his alcohol addiction treatment in 2019. He filed a complaint with the Workplace Relations Commission, alleging discrimination based on his disability and associated mental health issues. Despite the ODPP’s argument that the complaint was not timely and did not establish discrimination, Mr. Murphy contends that he has a prima facie case supported by expert opinion on necessary workplace accommodations.

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