Mark Connaughton
Mark Connaughton is a senior counsel known for his expertise in legal matters, particularly in the realm of workplace disputes and protected disclosures. Recently, he was involved in examining allegations made against DAA chief executive Kenny Jacobs regarding dignity-at-work issues, which were ultimately not upheld. Connaughton's work often involves providing legal opinions and guidance in complex cases, contributing significantly to the resolution of disputes in corporate environments.
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Mark Connaughton conducted an earlier inquiry that found allegations against Kenny Jacobs were baseless.
Both sides in Kenny Jacobs row step back from brink of costly litigation – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-05
A previous investigation conducted by barrister Mark Connaughton did not uphold two formal complaints made against Jacobs.
Kenny Jacobs to step down as DAA CEO after High Court action settled – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-02-05
Mark Connaughton SC conducted an earlier investigation into allegations against Jacobs.
the DAA-Kenny Jacobs row spills into court – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-16
Mark Connaughton is a senior barrister who conducted an investigation into allegations against Mr Jacobs.
DAA commits to pausing investigation into Kenny Jacobs pending hearing – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-01-12
A barrister, Mark Connaughton SC, was investigating two formal complaints against Mr Jacobs in the spring and summer.
Minister will not reconsider his refusal to approve Kenny Jacobs’s €1m DAA exit package – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-24
Mark Connaughton SC was investigating two formal complaints against Mr Jacobs in the spring and summer.
DAA suspends chief executive Kenny Jacobs pending new investigation – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-23
Mark Connaughton was involved in the investigation of complaints against Kenny Jacobs.
Dublin Airport Authority’s bitter boardroom rift with Kenny Jacobs nears its denouement – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-19
Mark Connaughton SC conducted the inquiry into the original formal complaints against Jacobs.
DAA’s dispute with Kenny Jacobs nears endgame after day of developments – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-16Mark Connaughton SC investigated formal complaints against Kenny Jacobs.
DAA appoints new deputy CEO amid ongoing uncertainty over position of CEO Kenny Jacobs – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-15Mark Connaughton SC conducted the investigation into the protected disclosures against Kenny Jacobs.
Severance deal of near €1m for DAA chief executive Kenny Jacobs off the table – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-12-10
Mark Connaughton SC was commissioned by the DAA board to investigate complaints against Kenny Jacobs.
Why is Kenny Jacobs in the DAA departure lounge so early into his contract? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-16
Mark Connaughton headed the process that investigated complaints against Kenny Jacobs.
DAA chief Kenny Jacobs would receive about €1m under settlement proposals to leave his role – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-13
Mark Connaughton examined the allegations made against Kenny Jacobs by DAA staff members.
DAA chief Kenny Jacobs close to settlement to exit State-owned airport group – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-09-12