by | Apr 28, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
SIPTU members employed in community sector organisations funded by the Department of Social Protection have overwhelmingly voted to accept a 5% pay rise this year. The agreement also includes a mechanism for the workers to negotiate future wage increases. SIPTU...
by | Apr 26, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
A SIPTU survey of radiation therapists has found that cancer services in both public and private hospitals are facing into significant staffing issues due to most respondents saying they intend to leave the profession within the next five years. SIPTU Sector...
by | Apr 25, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
SIPTU members employed at the Stryker plants in Carrigtwohill, county Cork, have expressed grave safety concerns following a fire today (Tuesday, 25th April) at its Tullagreen site, which resulted in workers being evacuated and the Cork Fire...
by | Apr 24, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
SIPTU members in the National Ambulance Service (NAS) have begun a ballot for strike action in a dispute regarding the failure of the HSE to fully implement a series of reforms which would benefit this vital public service. The series of proposed reforms are contained...
by | Apr 20, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
SIPTU representatives will consult with union members concerning a new Sectoral Employment Order (SEO) for the construction industry which contains increases to minimum wage rates but does not reinstate travel time allowances. SIPTU TEAC Division Organiser,...
by | Apr 20, 2023 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2023
Following the announcement by waste company, Panda Recycling, that it is to increase its charge for compost bin collection in Dublin, SIPTU Divisional Organiser, Karan O Loughlin, has said that the entire domestic waste collection sector...
