SIPTU members express dismay at stream of RTE scandals

SIPTU members express dismay at stream of RTE scandals

SIPTU members employed in RTÉ have expressed dismay and shock at the continuing stream of scandalous revelations of mismanagement emerging at the national broadcaster. SIPTU Organiser, Martin Mannion, said: “Our members have looked on in horror as yet more cases of...
80% of transport workers suffering abuse at work

80% of transport workers suffering abuse at work

SIPTU has launched the ‘Respect Transport Workers’ campaign to demand greater safeguards for staff on bus, rail and Luas networks following a survey by the Union that revealed more than 80% suffered regular incidents of abuse. Launching the campaign in Liberty Hall in...
Public service work must be valued 

Public service work must be valued 

Last November, the people of Dublin were shocked and appalled following riots in the city during which bus drivers and firefighters were attacked and abused, buses and a Luas train were burned out and shops looted. The rampage was sparked by far-right elements who...