by | Mar 3, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
This year is pivotal, as it marks the end of the Public Sector Pay agreement and the potential for future pay talks later this year. The current Public Sector Pay agreement concludes on 30th June. We expect there will be discussions between the Public Services...
by | Feb 25, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
Union recognition has been secured for SIPTU members in Carroll’s Cuisine in Tullamore, following a campaign of industrial action which received widespread community support. SIPTU and Sofina Foods, the parent company, signed a formal recognition agreement in...
by | Feb 25, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
SIPTU representatives have expressed deep shock and anger following redundancy announcements at the Kostal plant in Abbeyfeale, County Limerick, Newbridge Silverware, and Glen Dimplex in Newry. The Union has moved immediately to support affected workers, many of whom...
by | Feb 25, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
The Manufacturing Division has kicked off 2026 with a wave of successful pay agreements, securing vital wage increases and improved conditions for thousands of workers across the Pharmaceuticals, Electronics, and Food manufacturing sectors. In the Pharmaceuticals and...
by | Feb 25, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
“The whole world is in a terrible state of chassis”, is Captain Jack Boyle’s famous declaration at the end of Juno and the Paycock, written by the famous playwright and early member of our Union, Seán O’Casey. Capt. Boyle’s declaration of dismay was made as he saw his...
by | Jan 9, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
The SIPTU Policy Research Unit and SIPTU Construction Sector launched a new briefing document entitled Affordable Housing, Affordable Living at the Union’s Biennial Delegate Conference in November 2025. The briefing document analyses Budget 2026, which delivered over...
