by | Sep 30, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
SIPTU has called for the strict enforcement of the terms of a new Sectoral Employment Order (SEO) for the construction industry which comes into effect tomorrow (Tuesday, 1st October). SIPTU Sector Organiser, John Regan, said: “The terms of...
by | Sep 27, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
The crisis in Bord na Mόna has reached a critical stage, according to the Group of Unions (SIPTU, CONNECT, UNITE) which represents workers in the semi-state company. At a meeting yesterday with the Chief Executive Officer of the company,...
by | Sep 27, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
SIPTU members employed by, the operator of speed camera vans on behalf of the State, will begin a 24-hour work stoppage at 6.00 a.m. tomorrow (Saturday, 28th September) in a dispute related to working conditions at the company. SIPTU Organiser,...
by | Sep 26, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
Members of the SIPTU Kerry District Council discussed Brexit and the challenges facing the health service at a seminar in the Bandon Hotel in Tralee, county Kerry on Wednesday, 25th September. The seminar was attended by shop stewards from private and...
by | Sep 26, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
The inaugural Early Years Professionals’ survey has found that 90% of educators are questioning their future in the childcare sector with low rates of pay the main issue. In a sector with an annual turnover of staff of 25%, childcare services are...
by | Sep 24, 2019 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2019
SIPTU members employed as cleaners in Sligo Institute of Technology (IT) have voted unanimously to undertake a 48-hour work stoppage which will commence on Monday, 30th September at 8.00 a.m. in a dispute concerning a major reduction in their working hours....
