Eddie Rockets Ordered to Compensate Paralympic Athlete for Discrimination Against Guide Dog
Eddie Rockets has been ordered to pay €5,000 after admitting to discriminating against former Paralympic athlete Nadine Lattimore due to her guide dog. During a hearing, Lattimore testified about being directed to a booth by the entrance, raising safety concerns, and facing dismissive responses from staff. The case highlights the challenges faced by guide dog users in accessing public spaces. The Workplace Relations Commission noted the restaurant’s acknowledgment of staff misconduct and recommended that they display signs welcoming guide dogs at all locations.