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...
Larkin’s Divine Gospel of discontent 

Larkin’s Divine Gospel of discontent 

Jim Larkin and his leadership of the ITGWU during the 1913 Lockout remains the most iconic moment in the history of the Irish labour movement. The images of 1913 are immortalised on union banners and often referenced by current union leaders. However, for social...
Competing for the social good 

Competing for the social good 

The start of the new League of Ireland season kicks off tonight. Every season begins with a sense of hope and sees clubs not only battle on the pitch but also engage with their local community to compete for the social good. It was a once the much-used adage that...
Competing for the social good 

Competing for the social good 

The start of the new League of Ireland season kicks off tonight. Every season begins with a sense of hope and sees clubs not only battle on the pitch but also engage with their local community to compete for the social good. It was a once the much-used adage that...