Monthly Archives: April 2020

Bord na Mona: ‘Essential’ workers must be protected

2020 peat harvest must proceed to ensure security of energy supply Emergency legislation required to obviate need for harvest planning applications April 2nd: Unite, which represents craft and administrative grades in Bord na Mona, today (Thursday) said that the recognition … Continue reading

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COVID-19 and your Rights as a Worker – UPDATED 01 April 2020

Frequently Asked Questions – Updated 01 April 2020 The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) emergency is evolving rapidly and Unite will be updating our advice as dictated by circumstances.  The additional measures announced by the Government on Friday 27 March have resulted in … Continue reading

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English Language Teachers: Schools must engage with Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme

April 1st: Unite, which represents English Language Teachers throughout Ireland, has urged employers to engage with the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme to ensure that teachers are retained in employment and the sector can restart once the current COVID-19 emergency is … Continue reading

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Moy Park workforce left incensed as company bosses refuse fully-paid leave for workers self-isolating with Covid-19 symptoms

Company fails to reply in a week to Unite request for 100 percent paid leave for those unable to work Sean McKeever, Unite Regional Officer blasted the management of Moy Park for their callous refusal to extend financial protections to vulnerable … Continue reading

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