Teachers pass passion for trade unionism to the next generation
Trade Unions 101 commemorates historic struggles and gains made through our movement and teaches children about the benefits of unionisation writes Ethel Buckley.
SIPTU congratulate Bohemian FC on its new ‘Better in a Trade Union’ jersey
Featuring public and private sector workers from across the island of Ireland, the Better in a Trade Union campaign highlights union benefits.
Where to find us for Trade Union Week
For Trade Union week, Trade unions all over Ireland, across different sectors, will be celebrating and promoting the positives of membership. Get involved1
SIPTU condemns lack of clarity on job losses and irregular contracts at RTÉ
SIPTU is the largest trade union in RTÉ, including workers in Administration, Operational, Technical and Directing Grades, Musicians and Actors.
Dublin site blitz brings in members
The SIPTU Construction Sector conducted a ‘blitz’ of sites in the Dublin area during April which saw many construction sites visited union by union organisers.
Businesses in Crisis? Data Says No
There are strengths we can build on, to create a strong social state, good companies and greater diversity in decision-making. Let’s not squander this opportunity.
Increasing drug use and racism fuelling anti-social incidents on public transport
A new survey has revealed the role increasing drug use and racism is playing in the epidemic of abuse and anti-social behaviour faced by staff on the public transport network.
Unions recommend agreed proposals on Tara Mine’s reopening
The Tara Mines Group of Unions will recommend to its members that they accept a set of proposals agreed at the Workplace Relations Commission.
SIPTU member dismissed over used socks, wins €15,000
A SIPTU member sacked for allegedly taking a pair of used socks from a waste area in a community centre in Limerick City has won her case for unfair dismissal.
SIPTU welcomes Tánaiste’s support for RTW campaign call for a transport police unit
SIPTU has welcomed the support of the Tánaiste for the creation of a dedicated transport police unit, saying it was another important milestone in the Respect Transport Workers campaign.
SIPTU strongly supports increase in pay rates for low paid workers
SIPTU has welcomed the Government’s decision to increase the minimum rates of pay for work permit holders from outside the European Economic Area (EEA)
Respect at Work targets union busting and victimisation
The Respect at Work campaign has brought together trade unions to fight for better protections for workers seeking to organise in their workplaces.
SIPTU calls for urgent investment in public healthcare
On World Health Day, SIPTU is calling on the government to prioritise investment in public health services and address inequalities facing healthcare workers.
SIPTU win €7,000 for member in Bausch Health
SIPTU’s Workers Rights Centre has secured compensation of €7,000 for a union member who was found to have been discriminated against by her employer due to a disability.
SIPTU demands action on Public Transport safety
SIPTU is proposing the establishment of a stakeholders forum, a dedicated transport police unit, and a passenger charter as part of the Respect Transport Workers campaign.
ICTU ratify new public service pay agreement
New deal will see full and final unwinding of 2009 FEMPI legislation and provides for unions to negotiate up to an additional 3% of pay costs via local bargaining.
New public sector pay deal endorsed by SIPTU members
SIPTU members across the public service have spoken loud and clear, with a resounding majority voting to accept the proposed new Public Sector Pay Agreement.
Minister Ryan Failing to Address Transport Worker Abuse
SIPTU have expressed disappointment at the failure of the Minister Eamon Ryan to address abuse and anti-social behaviour on public transport.
Sunday Read: All workers must have a right to organise
The right to organise into a trade union and engage in collective bargaining is something that has been denied to workers in Ireland for far too long.
Trade union organisation is key to combating growing wage inequality
The gap between high and low earners in Ireland is growing. The best solution to such inequality was the right of workers to organise in independent trade unions.
SIPTU members express dismay at stream of RTE scandals
SIPTU members employed in RTÉ have expressed dismay and shock at the continuing stream of scandalous revelations of mismanagement at RTE.
80% of transport workers suffering abuse at work
The SIPTU ‘Respect Transport Workers’ is demanding greater safeguards for staff following a survey revealing more than 80% suffered regular incidents of abuse.
National campaign to promote the benefits of trade union membership
The publicity campaign is aimed at raising awareness of trade unions particularly among young workers. #BetterInATradeUnion
What to do with a giant pot of Euros
The money is there, literally in bucket-loads. Now we need the political will to use this money. If we can get the policy mix right, we could transform the economy.
Public service work must be valued
We must continue to campaign and battle for better and improved public service provision, delivered by directly employed workers on fair pay.
Transport workers to delay strike to allow space for pay offer
In the absence of a realistic pay offer the next strike action by transport workers is set for a 72-hour period starting on a staggered basis from 27th February.
Sunday Read: A New Website to build a Stronger Union
An effective website showcases the union’s activities and clearly conveys the benefits of being a SIPTU member writes Deputy General Secretary Ethel Buckley.
Liberty View: A Better Debate for the Public Sector
Reducing living costs, driving innovation, reform, and reducing inequality shows the potential of the public sector requires a better politics and a better debate
SIPTU endorse new public sector pay proposals
SIPTU National Executive Council recommends acceptance of public sector pay proposals which will be put to a vote in a ballot of members working in the public service.
SIPTU Early Years Conference set for April
We’re only getting started! SIPTU Early Years Committee in Liberty Hall are planning and organising the first SIPTU Early Years Conference in April. Watch this space.
‘Ceasefire Now’ banner on launched at Connolly Hall
A banner calling for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the war on Gaza was unveiled at Connolly Hall, the Union’s headquarters in Cork.
A craven attempt by IBEC to row back on workers rights
SIPTU has condemned ‘craven attempts’ by IBEC pause further increases in the minimum wage and improvements in statutory sick pay.
SIPTU to meet Minister over Tara Mines crisis
SIPTU will meet with the Minister Simon Coveney this week to discuss the threat to the future of Tara Mines and the impact on the local economy.