Holiday Pay: Practical Solutions for NI Employers
Thursday, 15 October 2026
09:30 - 13:10 ( 3 hours 40 mins )
Online
Unsure whether your holiday pay calculations are compliant? This practical half-day event will help you understand the impact of Agnew, identify potential risks, and take practical steps to protect your organisation.
Holiday pay 2026
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About the event
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Half day Duration
15th October 9:30am - 1.10pm
Online Zoom
£245.00 + VAT Early bird ends 17th September 2026 at 5:00pm. Standard rate: £295.00 + VAT
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Overview

Stop guessing. Start getting holiday pay right.

Holiday pay remains one of the most challenging areas of employment law for employers in Northern Ireland. Following the landmark Agnew ruling, many organisations are questioning whether their holiday pay calculations are compliant and what historic liabilities they may face.

This practical half-day event, delivered in association with Arthur Cox, will help you understand where your organisation stands and what actions you should take next. Through expert guidance and practical examples, you'll gain a clearer understanding of holiday pay requirements, how to calculate holiday pay correctly, and how to assess potential risks within your organisation.

Whether you're responsible for HR, payroll, compliance or employment law risk, this event will provide practical solutions you can apply immediately.


What you'll learn

By attending, you'll learn how to:

  • Understand the practical impact of the Agnew ruling and what it means for employers in Northern Ireland.
  • Calculate holiday pay correctly, including the treatment of overtime, commission, variable pay and irregular hours.
  • Identify potential risks in your current holiday pay practices.
  • Assess your organisation's historic liability and understand your options.
  • Troubleshoot common holiday pay challenges faced by HR and payroll teams.
  • Respond confidently to employee queries and potential claims.
  • Develop a practical action plan to help ensure compliance going forward.


Why this event matters

For many employers, holiday pay has become a significant compliance challenge. Organisations that continue to rely on outdated assumptions may be exposing themselves to unnecessary risk.

Understanding your position now can help you make informed decisions before issues escalate. This event is designed to move beyond legal theory and focus on the practical realities facing HR and payroll professionals every day.

You'll leave with greater confidence in your calculations, a better understanding of your organisation's potential exposure, and practical steps you can take to address any issues identified.


Who should attend?

This event is ideal for:

  • HR professionals and HR managers
  • Payroll managers and payroll administrators
  • Employment law and compliance professionals
  • Risk management professionals
  • Business owners and senior managers responsible for HR or payroll
  • Finance managers with payroll oversight responsibilities
  • In-house legal and employment counsel


Secure your place

If you're responsible for holiday pay, payroll compliance or employment law risk, this event will help you understand the current requirements and identify practical steps for your organisation.

Book your place today and gain the knowledge and confidence needed to tackle holiday pay challenges with greater certainty.

Testimonials

Feedback that speaks volumes...


Here's what previous attendees have to say about our Mock WRC Adjudication Hearing event.

"It was very thorough and provided detailed information on the case law and its implications. The worked examples were also very useful. The format of the event was excellent too. There was plenty of opportunity to raise questions."
Cherith Crymble Solicitor, MacCorkell Legal & Commercial
"Excellent, knowledgeable speakers who made the topic understandable and even interesting."
Derek Weir Head of Legal Services, Queen's University Belfast
"Information given was brilliant and well delivered."
Caroline McKeown Payroll, Smurfit kappa Lurgan
Presenters
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Madison Bowyer Associate in the Employment Law Group of Arthur Cox NI
Chris Fullerton Partner in the Employment Law Group, Arthur Cox LLP
Chris Fullerton Partner in the Employment Law Group, Arthur Cox LLP
Chris fullerton from arthur cox ni
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>Chris is a partner in the Employment Law Group of the Arthur Cox Belfast Office in Northern Ireland.

Chris has extensive experience dealing with both contentious and non-contentious employment law matters. Chris advises a range of employers on all aspects of employment law including executive appointments, severance, grievances, disciplinary issues and trade union matters. Chris has represented clients before the Industrial Tribunal, Fair Employment Tribunal and the Court of Appeal in Northern Ireland in employment litigation such as unfair dismissal, equality/discrimination and whistleblowing. Chris’ practice area includes advisory work and corporate transactions.

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