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Form 99B.1 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Employment Equality Act 1998 Section 63 / Section 71
This form is a formal Notice of Appeal addressed to the District Court in Ireland. It must be used when you wish to appeal a decision made under the Employment Equality Act 1998, specifically relating to Section 63 or Section 71.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 99B.1 Notice Of Appeal To The District Court - Employment Equality Act 1998 Section 63 / Section 71
This form is a formal Notice of Appeal addressed to the District Court in Ireland. It must be used when you wish to appeal a decision made under the Employment Equality Act 1998, specifically relating to Section 63 or Section 71.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to state which section (63 or 71) you are appealing is a common mistake.
- 2Not including the original case reference number.
- 3Filing the notice too late (missing the deadline).
- 4Incorrectly stating Section 63 vs. Section 71.
- 5Forgetting to sign or date the form.
Plain English
Simply put, this is your official paperwork telling the District Court you disagree with an employment equality ruling. You use it when someone has ruled on an issue related to discrimination in employment under the 1998 Act, and you want a higher court to look at it again.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The appeal must be filed within the statutory time limit following the initial judgment. Check local court rules for the exact number of days allowed.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this when you want to appeal a decision made by another body or party in relation to an employment issue.
- Specifically use it if the original case involved Section 63 or Section 71 of the Employment Equality Act 1998.
- This is the formal notice required to start the appeal process in the District Court.
- Do not use this form for general workplace complaints; use it when you are appealing a specific finding.
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Use this form or another form?
Appeal regarding a different section of the Act
The required sections dictate which appeal document is needed.
✓ Check the body that made the original decision.
Not confirmed in official source (Check ACT)
General Employment Equality Appeal
If your issue doesn't fit Section 63 or 71, a different form may be necessary.
✓ Review the Act's structure first.
Appeal to Circuit Court (from District)
This is the next step up if you are appealing *from* the District Court itself.
✓ Confirm your appeal level.
Notice of Originating Summons (General)
Use this for appeals that don't fit neatly into the 99B.1 structure.
✓ Read the instructions carefully.
Deadline or filing window
The appeal must be filed within the statutory time limit following the initial judgment. Check local court rules for the exact number of days allowed.
Before you submit
- 1Fill in all boxes completely; do not leave them blank if they are mandatory fields.
- 2Ensure the date of filing is correct.
- 3Clearly state whether you are appealing under Section 63 or Section 71 (or both).
- 4Attach copies of the original decision/order you are appealing against.
- 5Sign and date the form in the designated signature block.
- 6Include necessary court fee payment details (if required by the District Court).
How to file this form
- 1Complete all sections of Form 99B.1 thoroughly.
- 2Attach copies of the decision you are appealing.
- 3Pay any required filing fees to the Courts Service of Ireland.
- 4Submit the completed form and attachments to the correct District Court office (or via the designated online portal).
- 5Keep a copy for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form is specifically tied to appeals under Section 63 or 71; other employment issues require different forms.
- 2The required supporting documents are not fully detailed on this form alone; check the accompanying guidance notes.
- 3It does not guarantee your appeal will succeed; it only formally starts the process.
- 4Not confirmed in official source: The precise deadline for filing (e.g., 28 days from decision) is not specified on the form itself.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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- Confirm the specific date/version printed on the form.
- Check if there are any new fields added regarding digital filing requirements.
- Verify the current District Court jurisdiction listed on the document (if applicable).
- Ensure the title clearly references 'Employment Equality Act 1998' and both Section 63 / Section 71.
- Look for updates concerning required supporting documentation checklists.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 22/10/25
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCIssuing Agency: Courts Service of Ireland
- SRCForm Number: 99B.1
- SRCGoverning Legislation: Employment Equality Act 1998
- SRCAppeal Grounds: Section 63 / Section 71
- SRCJurisdiction Target: District Court
- SRCNot confirmed in official source: Specific court fee amount.
Common confusion points
Mistaking this form for a general complaint letter; it must be a formal notice of appeal.
Not clearly stating *which* section (63 or 71) you are appealing under in the main body.
Failing to attach the original court decision being appealed against.
Submitting the form without signing and dating it.
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