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Unite determined to defend living standards as public sector unions prepare for pay talks

Union will not shy away from collective action in pursuit of cost-of-living pay increases November 19th: Unite, which represents members in a range of public sector employments, today (Sunday) said that public sector workers have demonstrated over the past year … Continue reading

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Unite win for “Murphy 4”

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, … Continue reading

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Unite secures 10.4% pay boost for Mitie Dungarvan cleaners

Deal includes element backdated to April 2021 Union to seek further increase in 2024 October 24th: Unite, which represents Mitie employees working as cleaners at Haleon sites in Dungarvan, today (Tuesday) said it had secured a 10.4% pay boost to … Continue reading

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Wyeth Nutritionals: Management must engage immediately with unions to save jobs

Latest job threat should spur Government to action October 18th: Unite, which represents administrative, technical and craft grades at Wyeth Nutritionals in Askeaton, Co Limerick, said this evening (Wednesday) that workers were shocked to be told this afternoon that the … Continue reading

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World Menopause Day: New Unite survey highlights workplace impact of menstrual health

43% forced to take time off work due to menstruation/menopause with financial impact for 28% 60% did not feel comfortable discussing menstrual health issues; 95% would welcome workplace menstrual health policies October 18th: Unite, which represents workers throughout the Republic … Continue reading

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