SIPTU DGS calls on left parties to build a real alternative government while in opposition 

by | Dec 6, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home

SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Greg Ennis, has called on Sinn Féin, Labour and the Social Democrats to work together to build a real alternative government to present to voters in time for the next General Election, in an address to union activists in Navan, County...

SIPTU to consult Section 39 Organisation members on industrial action on pay claim

by | Dec 3, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home, SIPTU Bulletin

SIPTU is to begin a process of consultation with members in Section 39 Organisations concerning industrial action over the issue of Government inaction in relation to a longstanding pay claim in the sector. SIPTU Sector Organiser, Damian Ginley, said: “Despite several...

Respect at Work campaign hails ‘new political consensus’ on workers’ rights

by | Nov 28, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home

The Respect at Work campaign has today hailed a “new political consensus on workers’ rights” after its General Election pledge received support from across the spectrum. The pledge, which commits politicians to legislation in the next Dáil to...

SIPTU DGS says Irish failure on workers’ rights will see industrial action and protest

by | Nov 21, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home

SIPTU Deputy General Secretary (DGS), Greg Ennis, has forecast industrial unrest and protest due to the Government’s failure to implement a new EU Directive that should necessitate the introduction of greater protections for trade union activists, at a SIPTU...

SIPTU calls for public childcare Provision in Election Campaign

by | Nov 15, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home

The Early Years Union – SIPTU has today  published its election demands to radically transform childcare for parents, children, educators and providers.  SIPTU Sector Organiser, Diane Jackson, said: “Families struggle to find a place for their children,...

SIPTU Private Sector Demands – General Election 2024

by | Nov 13, 2024 | Latest News, Latest News Home

“When candidates come knocking to your door looking for a vote ensure that they leave knowing that the SIPTU Private Sector has these clear demands for any in-coming Government. It’s simple, don’t vote for a candidate unless they commit to action on the concerns of...