A key focus of the discussions was the impact of an ageing workforce and the urgent need for governments and employers to invest in healthcare writes SIPTU Health's Kevin Figgis
SIPTU representatives have described a Labour Court recommendation of pay rises for ambulance workers as “a major breakthrough” in a long-running dispute.
SIPTU has confirmed that proposals have been issued following conciliation at the WRC in the ongoing dispute involving members employed by Blanchardstown and Inner-City Home Care Association.
Global surveys show that up to 31% of working women experience sexual harassment in their lifetime, with rates surging to 42% among young women.
In 2019, a number of Irish aviation organisations, including airlines and airports proactively agreed to the Joint Declaration on Unruly Passenger Behaviour.
Yvonne
“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.”
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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.”
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.”