We met three SIPTU activists in Beaumont Hospital to find out about their work their concerns, as they seek to ensure it remains one of Ireland’s top healthcare institutions.
The gap between high and low earners in Ireland is growing. The best solution to such inequality was the right of workers to organise in independent trade unions.
The SIPTU/USI agreement gives students access to the support of the SIPTU Workers Rights Centre and opportunities for USI officers to access SIPTU College.
“We know being in a Union works. We’ve seen it. When we act and speak together, our employer has to listen. Together we can make things better.” .. ..
Greg
“Being a member of SIPTU means that you always have a voice at the bargaining table. Whether it’s pay, getting proper holidays and sick leave or other conditions it’s essential to have the Union in your corner.”
Don
“When workplace issues are raised collectively with the involvement of trade unions, there is a higher success rate than when presented individually. It is very clear that, “United we stand, divided we fall.”
Mary
“Union membership is also about giving you control as part of a collective to your working terms and conditions, not a lone voice.” .. ..
Alan
“United we stand, divided we fall, As union members ,we are the backbone of solidarity and strength, and by standing together, we empower ourselves to secure fair wages, safe working conditions, and a voice in shaping our collective future.”