by | Apr 4, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
The latest report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its ninth review of Ireland, confirms the huge challenges that remain for the economy and the prospect of an exit this year from the bailout programme according to SIPTU economist,...
by | Apr 3, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
New figures from Eurostat which show that unemployment in the 15 to 24 age group in Ireland stands at just under 31%, must push this crisis to the top of the political agenda, according to SIPTU policy analyst Loraine Mulligan. The Irish rate has now...
by | Apr 2, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
Following hearings this morning (Tuesday, 2nd April), three Cork County Council workers suspended last month for carrying out urgent road maintenance in breach of council safety procedures are to return to work tomorrow. SIPTU Organiser, Con...
by | Mar 27, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
Dublin based youth workers and young people met with politicians in Leinster House on Wednesday (27th March) to discuss the impact further cuts will have on the vital work carried out by youth projects in the city. The meeting followed the announcement that the...
by | Mar 25, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
SIPTU members at Tara Mines, Co. Meath, have voted to accept proposals aimed at bringing to a conclusion the long running dispute at the company. Among the key clauses contained in the proposed agreement is a commitment by the owners of Tara Mines,...
by | Mar 21, 2013 | Archives, PressArchive, PressArchive2013
SIPTU representatives have met with union members and management at the Lonza plant, Swords, County Dublin, to discuss alternatives to the closure of the plant. SIPTU Organiser, Michelle Quinn, said: “Workers at the plant are still...
