Public Holiday Pay: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how public holiday entitlements work for employees in Ireland, including pay rules and specific rights for part-time workers.
Public holiday pay ensures that workers receive either paid time off or extra compensation when a public holiday falls on a day they would normally work.
Who it's for
This entitlement applies to all employees.
What you get
You are entitled to either a paid day off or additional pay for working on a public holiday.
What it costs you
For employers, this requires careful administrative work to ensure all hours are tracked accurately and payments are processed correctly.
The catch to know
If you are a part-time employee, your entitlement may be calculated using specific pro-rata rules rather than a full day's standard pay.
How to apply
- Check your employment contract to see how your specific company handles holiday scheduling.
- Confirm if the upcoming holiday is a day you would normally be scheduled to work.
- Consult your payroll records or speak with your employer if you believe your pay is incorrect.
- Contact the relevant workplace relations body if you need to dispute your entitlement.