Dublin Fire Brigade to begin industrial action over safety concerns
SIPTU members in Dublin Fire Brigade have served notice of industrial action due to serious safety concerns over the introduction of a new call-out and dispatch system.
SIPTU demands major State investment in Early Years Sector in Budget 2026
The Union is calling for urgent State action to address the crisis in waiting lists and high staff turnover, which threatens the quality and sustainability of Early Years care and education in Ireland.
SIPTU condemns FAI over threatened job losses and lack of information on plans
SIPTU has expressed outrage at the Football Association of Ireland (FAI) over threatened redundancies at the sporting body, which have been announced without consultation with staff.
SIPTU urges Minister acts to safeguard grassroots football ahead of FAI board meeting
SIPTU has called on Minister for Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, to urgently intervene to ensure that decisions made by the FAI do not undermine the health of the game at grassroots level.
Clare County Council workers set for Industrial Action from Monday
SIPTU members working at Clare County Council will begin industrial action from Monday, August 25th, over management’s failure to comply with agreed national dispute resolution procedures.
FAI workers’ Union warn current approach risks undermining Irish football
SIPTU members in the FAI have raised serious concerns over threats to the game at grassroots level ahead of a meeting of the FAI Board next week.
SIPTU to meet with senior management at Leprino Foods following shock closure announcement
SIPTU representatives are to meet with senior management at Leprino Foods following the announcement that the company intends to cease production at the plant in 2026.
Inclusion of social care aspect critical to transport police
SIPTU has welcomed the announcement that recruitment for a new transport policing service could begin in 2026 but warned that inclusion of a social care element will be crucial to its success.
Gaza journalists’ murder an atrocity that is an attack on all media workers
SIPTU representatives have called the targeted killing of five journalists working for Al Jazeera in Gaza overnight an attack on all media and the very basis of international law.
SIPTU says thousands without domestic waste collection service highlights need for reform
The privatisation of our domestic waste collection services has been a resounding failure. SIPTU has renewed its call for the radical reform of domestic waste collection services
SIPTU writes to Stryker CEO following major safety breach at anti-union plant
SIPTU representatives have written to Stryker, expressing grave health and safety concerns after another fire at the company’s facilities which are the centre of an ongoing union recognition struggle.
SIPTU member forced to retire at 65 awarded €18,000
A SIPTU member has been awarded €18,000 by the Labour Court in relation to a claim he instigated following his forced retirement at 65 years of age.
SIPTU Early Years members back pay proposals including an up to 10% wage increase
SIPTU members working in Early Years services have delivered a decisive mandate in support of a proposed pay deal, with more than 90% backing it in a consultative nationwide ballot.
SIPTU recommends members accept proposals in long-running ambulance pay dispute
SIPTU representatives are recommending members in the National Ambulance Service (NAS) accept Workplace Relations Commission proposals on pay and work practice changes.
Collection of trade union songs for women enters Irish Traditional Music Archive
A collection of trade union songs related to women at work has been added to the Irish Traditional Music Archive’s digital collection and is the theme of an exhibition at the archive’s offices in Merrion Square.
SIPTU calls for clarity on EU/US tariffs regime and a State plan to deal with its impact
SIPTU representatives have called for clarity on the details of the EU/US trade deal announced and immediate action from the State that will prioritise protecting jobs in the sectors that are worst impacted.
Trade Union leader Mick Lynch links Great Famine and Gaza Genocide at Cork rally
Trade Union leader Mick Lynch will highlight the use of famine and hunger as a weapon of genocide in Gaza, and historically in Ireland, at the Cork Council of Trade Unions Palestinian Solidarity Rally.
Private sector workers short changed by Government on pensions, sick pay and cost of living crisis
Private sector workers have been short changed by a Government which has broken commitments on pensions, increased sick days and measures to offset the cost of living crisis.
SIPTU working to counter threat of job losses at IS Varian in Dublin
SIPTU representatives are engaged in negotiations with the management of brush and houseware manufacturing firm IS Varian concerning the threat of redundancies at its plant in Walkinstown
SIPTU members in Bus Éireann vote to accept above inflation pay increases
SIPTU members have voted by 62% to 38% to accept a Labour Court recommendation on wage increases at the public bus company that will see pay rises of 3.5% and 3.25% over the next two years.
City Hotel Derry management agree to LRA talks with SIPTU representatives
SIPTU members employed in the landmark City Hotel Derry have suspended planned protest action following agreement by the company to engage with their Union representatives.
SIPTU members welcome new minimum rates of pay in the security industry
SIPTU members employed in the security industry have welcomed a new Employment Regulation Order that will come into force on 22nd July which will increase minimum hourly rates of pay.
Artists’ petition delivered to Government calling for safeguarding artists’ incomes
The petition calls on the Minister to protect funding for artists and arts workers following a series of unresolved issues within the Arts Council, which have left the sector in a state of uncertainty.
Early Years Union and employer body call for pay proposal support
SIPTU and the Federation of Early Childhood Providers have jointly called on early childhood care and education employees and employers to support pay proposals which emerged from negotiations at the JLC for the sector.
SIPTU says HSE must address lack of opportunities for Radiographer and Radiation Therapy graduates
SIPTU representatives have called on the HSE to address the lack of opportunities for recent Radiographer and Radiation Therapist graduates to take up employment in the public health service.
Progress on Assault Scheme and sleepover funding for Section 38 staff
After sustained union campaigning, the HSE and Section 38 employers in intellectual disability and community services have confirmed that funding for the Serious Physical Assault Scheme is now available.
Unions secure balanced and sustainable agreement on extended health services
After weeks of intense negotiations between the HSE, the Department of Health, and health workers’ unions, an agreement has been reached on the HSE Principles for Extended Services.
Labour Court recommends a final extension to Long Covid scheme
The Labour Court has issued its recommendation on a Union-wide claim for an Occupational Illness Scheme for Long Covid sufferers. The Government has accepted its recommendations.
Bord na Móna Recycling strike called off following improved offer to workers
SIPTU representatives have agreed to call off a scheduled one-day strike at Bord na Móna Recycling following the securing of a significantly improved offer for workers at talks with the company.
SIPTU seeks meeting with Bus Éireann to discuss anti-social behaviour on Limerick services
SIPTU representatives have written to Bus Éireann management to request an urgent meeting to discuss the increasing incidents of anti-social behaviour on one of its Limerick services
EU must deliver a fair deal for all construction workers
The message to the Polish Presidency from the Irish Government should be clear; no more delays, no more exemptions and no more race to the bottom in the construction industry.”
SIPTU members in Eli Lilly secure Labour Court recommendation on union representation
SIPTU members employed at the Eli Lilly plant have secured a Labour Court recommendation stating that their employer should allow them the right to individual and collective representation by their trade union in workplace disputes.
Irish Equity backs Dáil motion linking film and TV tax breaks to respect for artists’ rights
Irish Equity has called on TDs to support a motion which seeks to link the provision of tax breaks to film and TV production companies with an obligation that they respect artists’ rights.
Unions seek management meeting prior to referring Tara Deep dispute to WRC
Tara Mines Group of Unions has written to management requesting an urgent meeting to discuss its failure to commence work on the Tara Deep project.
SIPTU demands an end to the failed policy of for-profit elder care
SIPTU representatives have demanded immediate and swift action from Government to ensure safe staffing levels are implemented across the private nursing home sector without delay.
Industrial action at AbbVie plant in Cork in pay and collective bargaining dispute
A work-to-rule industrial action in the AbbVie manufacturing facility in Carrigtwohill, County...
Government must honour commitments on workers’ rights and collective bargaining
The Government has been called on to honour its commitments to increase statutory sick pay...
AbbVie Workers Challenge Government ‘Legislate for Collective Bargaining Now’
SIPTU members at AbbVie in Carrigtwohill, Cork, are urging the Irish government to legislate for collective bargaining rights, citing their long struggle for union recognition.
Where Have All the Revolutionaries Gone?
The annual Connolly commemoration brings together Union activists, political supporters and members of the Connolly family to remember one of the founders of our Union, James Connolly.
Unions call for nationalisation of Tara Mines if owners fail to develop new ore body
The Tara Mines Group of Unions has called on the Government to take over the running of part or all of Tara Mines if its current owners fail to invest in the development of a major new ore body.
SIPTU Respect Transport Workers campaign launches public transport users survey
An online public survey concerning bus, train and tram users experience of anti-social behaviour on the public transport network was launched on May Day by the Respect Transport Workers campaign
SIPTU members vote for Section 39, 40, 56 and 10 pay proposals
SIPTU members employed in Section 39, 40, 56 and 10 organisations have voted overwhelmingly in favour of Workplace Relations Commission pay proposals in a ballot counted in Liberty Hall today.
SIPTU says Government must respect public opposition to U-turn on workers’ rights
SIPTU has called on the Government to honour its commitments to increase statutory sick pay entitlements and introduce a living wage, highlighting the overwhelming Red C poll support.
SIPTU welcomes Dublin Bus support for Union’s transport policing proposal
SIPTU representatives have welcomed the public support of Dublin Bus management, for the establishment of a dedicated transport police service.
Government must “walk the walk” not just “talk the talk” on Collective Bargaining
SIPTU representatives have today (Tuesday, 15th April) launched a stinging criticism of the...
SIPTU says Minister must discuss strict CCPC conditions on BNM Recycling sale
SIPTU has called on Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy, Darragh O’Brien, to meet Bord na Móna (BNM) Recycling workers.
SIPTU conference is warned of threat to public health care from outsourcing of services
Outsourcing key functions to private companies is the biggest threat facing workers and patients within the public health service says SIPTU’s Health Divisional Organiser, Kevin Figgis.
SIPTU condemns Government delay on statutory sick pay provision increase
SIPTU has condemned the failure of the Government to honour its commitment on increasing the number of days of entitlement to Statutory Occupational Sick Pay from five to seven.
SIPTU calls for measures to limit impact of tariffs on productive economy and jobs
SIPTU urges the Government to swiftly address any impact of US tariffs. The union also calls for consideration of shortened working week schemes to protect workers and businesses from any potential fallout.
Neurodiversity — a trade union issue
To mark World Autism Day, we took a look at how our Union can ensure that workplaces are more inclusive and supportive of neurodivergent workers.
SIPTU seeks Taskforce to deal with looming US tariff threat
SIPTU has called on the Government to immediately establish a taskforce to plan for the State’s response to the trade tariffs which have been threatened by the US President Donald Trump.
SIPTU BNM Recycling members defer strike after progress on working conditions protection
SIPTU members at Bord na Móna Recycling, have deferred strike action scheduled to begin on 2nd April to allow for talks at the Workplace Relations Commission.
BNM Recycling workers serve strike notice for 2nd and 3rd April
SIPTU members employed by Bord na Móna Recycling, the country’s last publicly owned domestic waste collection service, have served notice of a two-day strike action for the 2nd and 3rd April.
Bowl of shamrock presented to Palestinians as Occupied Territories Bill banner unveiled in Cork
The Cork Council of Trade Unions presented a bowl of shamrock to the Palestinian community at an...
Bord na Móna Recycling workers vote for strike action
SIPTU members employed by Bord na Móna Recycling have voted overwhelmingly for strike action in a dispute over the protection of workers’ terms and conditions of employment.
Statement on behalf of ICTU Group of Unions – WRC talks adjourn
Talks aimed at resolving the long running pay dispute in the community and voluntary sector have been adjourned tonight, at the request of the WRC, until Friday morning (7th March) at 10.00am.
Unions seek urgent meeting with Minister on water referendum commitment
The Water Services Group of Unions has written to the Minister James Browne, requesting an urgent meeting in relation to the long-standing Government commitment to hold a water referendum.
Musicians Union of Ireland calls for protection for funding
Funding for arts sector projects must be protected during the review of the operation of the Arts Council following the revelations concerning spending on an unsuccessful IT transformation scheme.
BNM Recycling workers commence strike ballot
SIPTU members employed in Bord na Móna Recycling will commence a ballot for strike action in response to the threat to their terms and conditions.
SIPTU welcomes united political opposition to the sale of Bord na Mona Recycling
SIPTU representatives have welcomed the public and political support for the campaign to prevent the privatisation of Bord na Móna Recycling. #StopTheSale
BNM Recycling sale is an act of economic vandalism says SIPTU
SIPTU has demanded a halt to the sale of Bord na Móna Recycling and an investigation into the attempt to privatise part of a profitable public company.
Disability care workers’ pay left short
SIPTU has condemned the failure of publicly funded disability providers to increase pay, in line with National Minimum Wage (NMW) increases, for workers in disability services who carry out sleepover shifts.
SIPTU conference told we need an economy for workers not billionaires
An economy which works for workers rather than billionaires must be built in Ireland, SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Greg Ennis, told delegates attending the Union’s Services Division Conference
SIPTU will demand TDs honour their pledge to improve workers’ rights
The 89 TDs, a majority of TDs in Dáil Eireann, who signed the ‘Respect at Work’ pledge will be...
SIPTU conference told unions must help build left alternative to the Government
Trade unions must work with left-wing parties to ensure that the electorate has a credible alternative to the ‘most conservative Government in living memory’
Building a better world as one big union
Sunday Read: SIPTU Deputy General Secretary keynote address at the annual Jim Larkin Commemoration in Glasnevin. #LarkinLives
SIPTU calls on Kent Playgroup Ltd to rethink closure of vital childcare service
SIPTU – The Early Years Union has called on the management of Kent Playgroup Ltd to rethink a decision to end an Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Programme at its facility in Stoneybatter.
Dublin Firefighters call out Government pensions betrayal
Younger members of Dublin Fire Brigade, who feel betrayed by the new Government due to its failure to honour commitments on pension reform.
SIPTU has commended Local Authority workers for their work during Storm Éowyn
SIPTU has commended members in Local Authorities for their tireless efforts in delivering essential frontline services during and after Storm Éowyn, despite working with severely limited resources.
Legacy of the Lockout
The Great Dublin Lockout remains the seminal event in the history of the Irish working class. That epic struggle also ranks as one of the great battles in the history of the workers’ movement.
SIPTU Section 39 workers to ballot for strike over Government inaction on pay
SIPTU’s Health Division is to begin a ballot of up to 5,000 members working in Section 39 Organisations for strike action due to the failure of the Government to honour a pay agreement
SIPTU seeks meeting with new Transport Minister on transport police commitment
SIPTU representatives have welcomed the inclusion in the Programme for Government of a commitment to establish a new transport police service with powers of arrest and under the control of the NTA.
Action on care workers’ pay needed due to recruitment crisis
SIPTU calls on the Irish Government to increase the Minimum Annual Remuneration for Health Care Assistants & Home Support Workers to €30,000.
Concerns over increased assaults on Dublin City Council workers
SIPTU representatives are calling for action to safeguard Dublin City Council workers from physical assaults while they are carrying out their duties assisting communities throughout the city
Strike action to save bin collection service
SIPTU members working in Bord na Móna Recycling will consider industrial action, up to and including a strike, to safeguard the future of Ireland’s last publicly-owned domestic waste collection service.
Incoming Government must not renege on water referendum commitment
SIPTU has called on the incoming Government to hold a referendum to provide constitutional protection against the future privatisation of public water services.
Supporting quality union jobs at Christmas
The aim of Supporting Quality is to protect quality jobs by promoting the goods and services produced in unionised workplaces in Ireland.
Retained Fire Service members awarded €30,000 in age discrimination cases
Two SIPTU members employed in the Retained Fire Service were awarded €15,000 each due to being forced to retire at age 60 when both wished to continue in their jobs.
Incoming Government must expand public nursing home and home care provision
SIPTU, the Union of Health Care Assistants (HCA), has called on the incoming Government to expand...
Sky Handling Partner and SIPTU agree union recognition deal
A collective bargaining agreement has been reached between Sky Handling Partner, which was...
SIPTU says EPA report findings make sale of Bord na Mona Recycling untenable
SIPTU has stated that the proposed sale by the State of Bord Na Mona Recycling is untenable in light of a new EPA report which says Ireland will miss its mandatory EU recycling targets applying from 2025.
Report shows major pay gap between Health Care Assistants in public and private employment
A new report from EPSU has revealed a significant pay gap between the earnings of Health Care Assistants in the public and private sectors in some European countries, including Ireland.
SIPTU DGS calls on left parties to build a real alternative government while in opposition
SIPTU Deputy General Secretary, Greg Ennis, has called on Sinn Féin, Labour and the Social Democrats to work together to build a real alternative government to present to voters in time for the next General Election
SIPTU to consult Section 39 Organisation members on industrial action on pay claim
SIPTU is to begin a process of consultation with members in Section 39 Organisations concerning...
Respect at Work campaign hails ‘new political consensus’ on workers’ rights
The Respect at Work campaign has today hailed a “new political consensus on workers’ rights” after its General Election pledge received support from across the spectrum.
SIPTU DGS says Irish failure on workers’ rights will see industrial action and protest
SIPTU Deputy General Secretary Greg Ennis, has forecast industrial unrest and protest due to the Government’s failure to implement a new EU Directive that should necessitate the introduction of greater protections for trade union activists
SIPTU calls for public childcare Provision in Election Campaign
The Early Years Union – SIPTU has today (Friday, 15th November) published its election demands to radically transform childcare for parents, children, educators and providers.
SIPTU Private Sector Demands – General Election 2024
When candidates come knocking to your door looking for a vote ensure that they leave knowing that the SIPTU Private Sector has these clear demands for any in-coming Government. #Unionise
Join us for a Rally for Unity and Hope
The trade union movement was built on the simple idea of uniting working people to stand stronger...
Respect Transport Workers to present Travel Safe proposal in Leinster House
SIPTU will host an information meeting for Oireachtas members and the media on the Union’s...
SIPTU calls for workers’ right to unionise to be central to General Election debate
SIPTU’s Manufacturing Divisional Organiser, Neil McGowan, has called for workers’ rights and the right to unionise to be central to the debate in the upcoming General Election.
Union busting leads to “climate of fear” in Irish workplaces, new report finds
A damning new report launched today by the Respect at Work campaign exposes the scale and human cost of union busting activity across Ireland. #StopUnionBusting
SIPTU outlines proposal for new Transport Police pilot scheme for Dublin, Cork and Limerick
SIPTU has launched a costed proposal for a new National Public Transport Police (NPTP) with an initial pilot scheme involving 125 officers based in Dublin, Cork and Limerick.
Taoiseach’s Taskforce for Dublin report proposals on waste and transport must be implemented
SIPTU believe that proposals on waste re-municipalisation and increased security on public transport contained within the Dublin City Taskforce report must be implemented as a matter of urgency.
Our Union, Our Team campaign secures positive engagement with the FAI
SIPTU has welcomed the progress that has been made by the Our Union, Our Team campaign on issues concerning FAI staff including pay and conditions.
Talks seek to resolve Becton Dickinson redundancies dispute
Redundancy negotiations for over 100 SIPTU members affected by the planned closure of the Becton Dickinson plant have entered into a mediation process overseen by former Labour Court Chair Kevin Duffy
HSE staffing plan provokes protest campaign
SIPTU members, along with those in colleague health unions, are conducting a campaign of opposition to the HSE’s Pay and Numbers Strategy with public protests across the country in recent weeks.
SIPTU escalate campaign in opposition to the HSE’s Pay and Numbers Strategy
SIPTU has escalated the campaign in opposition to the HSE’s Pay and Number Strategy with further protests this week, highlighting member concerns the policy will have a detrimental impact on services.
SIPTU members to protest the HSE’s Pay and Numbers Strategy
SIPTU Health Division will continue its campaign in opposition to the Health Service Executive’s Pay and Numbers Strategy this week at several additional locations this week across the country.
HSE policy on recruitment is a ‘blunt instrument’ that will impact services
SIPTU representatives told a hearing of the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Health that the HSE policy on recruitment is a ‘blunt instrument’ which if implemented in its current form will not improve public health services to the extent necessary.