SIPTU pays tribute to Inez McCormack as a fearless champion of working people

by | Jan 21, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU President Jack O’Connor has paid tribute to leading trade unionist and human rights campaigner, Inez McCormack, who passed away today (21st January). “Inez McCormack’s work as a defender of working people and campaigner for peace...

SIPTU calls for investigation into practices in the meat industry

by | Jan 18, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU has called on the Government to initiate an extensive investigation into all aspects of the meat industry including traceability from farm to plate, health and safety issues and employment practices. SIPTU Agriculture, Ingredients, Food and...

SIPTU to pursue pay increases in the retail sector

by | Jan 18, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU has welcomed the decision by Dunnes Stores to concede to a 3% pay claim and said that similar increases will be sought for workers at other retail companies. SIPTU Organiser, Graham Macken, said: "Following the serving of a pay claim for 3% on...

SIPTU to attend LRC regarding proposed jobs losses at Johnson Brothers

by | Jan 17, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU representatives will attend the Labour Relations Commission on Friday (18th January) to discuss how to maximise the retention of jobs at Johnson Brothers in Ballymount, Dublin. SIPTU Organiser, Karan O’Loughlin, said: “The...

SIPTU calls on HSE to end attempts to recruit nurses on reduced pay

by | Jan 17, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU has called on the HSE to end its attempts to recruit 1,000 nurses and midwives on 80% of the staff nurse salary scale following the refusal of graduates to sign up to the scheme. SIPTU Organiser, Kevin Figgis, said: “The announcement...

SIPTU calls on management of Old Darnley Lodge to meet workers

by | Jan 17, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013

SIPTU has called on the management of the Old Darnley Lodge, Athboy, Co. Meath, to meet with staff to discuss their concerns after the sudden closure of the hotel on Wednesday, 16th January. SIPTU Organiser, Martin Mannion, said:...