by | Apr 7, 2026 | SIPTU Bulletin
The Health Division is calling on all Shop Stewards and activists to get involved in the 2026 Better in a Trade Union week, which runs from Monday, 27th April to Monday, 4th May. We are all proud to be members of the trade union movement and this initiative gives us a...
by | Sep 7, 2024 | History, Latest News, The Sunday Read
Nestled in the sleepy countryside of county Leitrim, Effrinagh is a small village that holds a significant place in the hearts of many Irish trade unionists. Its picturesque green fields and winding country roads charmingly disguise its importance as the birthplace of...
by | Aug 6, 2024 | SIPTU Bulletin
Across the EU, member states with low collective bargaining rates are in the final stages of transposing a Directive on Adequate Minimum Wages strengthening collective bargaining. While there are “some positive steps more remains to be done” was the message coming...
by | Jun 2, 2024 | Latest News Home, SIPTU Bulletin
With the EU Directive on Adequate Minimum Wages and a national action plan to promote collective bargaining on the horizon, now is the time to shine a light on workers’ rights. In Ireland, trade unions including SIPTU, the Communication Workers’ Union, Mandate...
by | Apr 28, 2024 | Latest News
Ireland’s first Union Week starts tomorrow 29 April and runs to 6 May 2024. Union Week marks the culmination of ICTU’s Better in a Trade Union campaign, which promotes the value and benefits of trade union membership, including enhanced job security, advice and...
