Long running dispute ends in vindication for dismissed Murphy workers

Following a long-running battle to defend our members and reps, using Unite Leverage, Unite is delighted to announce a win for the Murphy 4.

Unite can confirm that the dispute, following the dismissal of four Unite members by MIL (an Irish subsidiary of the Murphy Group) from the Aughinish Alumunia site in August/September 2022, has been settled following negotiations between Murphy International and Unite the union.

While the exact terms of the settlement are confidential, Unite is able to disclose that offer of reinstatement was rejected by the four and that they have received compensation.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said:

“Unite left no stone unturned to secure the vindication of our members in Ireland who were dismissed by the Murphy group of companies on what Unite believed to be spurious grounds.

This outcome totally vindicates Unite’s approach of never backing down – but instead giving total and unwavering support to our Unite reps. 

Using Unite Leverage we took the fight to Murphy’s – at the heart of their operation at home and abroad.

My thanks and congratulations goes to our members and rep, the 4, who stood firm and fought for justice”.

Unite’s Irish secretary Susan Fitzgerald added:

“The outcome of the cases for the ‘Murphy Four’ sends a clear message to employers: Unite will let nothing stand in our way when it comes to defending our members and reps”.