For the other half though, speaking up carries a penalty they would rather not pay. Microsoft’s Ireland Work Trend Index 2025 found that between 38 per cent and 40 per cent of Irish workers reported moving roles, marking a record for the survey. The Irish Times would like to hear from readers who may have or are currently experiencing bullying in the workplace. If you would prefer to remain anonymous, please indicate this in your submission – we will keep your name and contact details confidential. We will curate a selection of submissions for an article but please note we may not publish every submission we receive.

Source: The Irish Times March 13, 2026 14:02 UTC