by | Jul 24, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU has backed a call by the employers’ organisation, IBEC, for the maximum use by the Government of the available funds for investment in strategic infrastructure. SIPTU economist, Marie Sherlock, said: “In its pre-budget...
by | Jul 21, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU representatives have requested written assurances from the HSE concerning the future of the Loretto Day Centre in Navan, county Meath, following a meeting, today (Friday, 21st July), between management and unions representing...
by | Jul 21, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU members have noted the progress made in preventing the unilateral closure of the defined benefit pension schemes at Independent News and Media. SIPTU Services Division Organiser, Ethel Buckley, said: “Our members have noted the agreement...
by | Jul 20, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU has welcomed the decision of the Low Pay Commission to recommend that there should not be any increase in the amount employers can deduct from workers’ pay for the cost of board and lodgings. SIPTU Sector Organiser, Ed Kenny, said: “A...
by | Jul 20, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU representatives will meet with HSE management early next week to discuss the circumstances surrounding the closure of the Loretto Day Centre in Navan, County Meath, which is understood to be related to the facility failing to adhere to fire...
by | Jul 20, 2017 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2017
SIPTU members have today (Thursday, 20th July) served notice of industrial action on the management of Lifford Community Hospital, Lifford, County Donegal, due to its refusal to adhere to a Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) agreement...