by | May 30, 2025 | SIPTU Bulletin
SIPTU has written to the management of the FAI seeking an urgent meeting to discuss speculation concerning cutbacks at the sport’s governing body which could result in job losses. SIPTU Organiser, Hugh Kennedy, said: “Last year, our members in the FAI conducted the...
by | May 30, 2025 | SIPTU Bulletin
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has called for a National Workplace Moment of Reflection for Peace in Palestine at lunchtime on Wednesday 4th June. Where possible workers are asked to take a silent moment with their colleagues at 1.05pm on Wednesday, 4th June,...
by | May 20, 2025 | Aviation Sector, SIPTU Bulletin, Transport, Energy, Aviation and Construction
The Aviation Sector hosted an information stand at Dublin Airport on 1st May to celebrate Trade Union Week. The stand generated a lot of discussion with existing members and garnered a lot of interest from those workers not in a union. Trade Union Week is a week-long...
by | May 20, 2025 | Aviation Sector, SIPTU Bulletin, Transport, Energy, Aviation and Construction
The Aviation Sector Annual General Meeting (AGM) took place on 19th March in Portlaoise, County Laois. The well-attended event saw constructive discussions on several issues. SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Greg Ennis and TEAC Divisional Organiser, Willie Noone both...
by | May 20, 2025 | Aviation Sector, SIPTU Bulletin, Transport, Energy, Aviation and Construction
By Niall Phillips The 1st of May, or first Monday in May, is a national public holiday in many countries. Workers in Ireland first benefited from this public holiday in 1994. Do you know why 1st of May is a public holiday in so many countries around the world?...