A part-time employee is someone who works less hours than a comparable full time employee doing the same type of work.

A part-time employee shall not be treated less favourably than a comparable full time employee in respect of any condition of employment.

For further information download the Guide to Protection of Employees (Part-time Work) Act, 2001.

Follow the link to the relevant legislation; Protection of Employees (Part-TimeWork) Act 2001 and the pre-certified re-stated legislation

Complaints in relation to part-time employees who are unable to obtain their correct entitlements may be referred to Workplace Relations by completing the Single Complaint Form.