Author Archives: Unite the union NI

All three frontline public transport trade unions record overwhelming votes for strike action over pay freeze

Vote raises prospect of bus and rail services in Northern Ireland being brought to a standstill Unions convene discussion with workplace reps to agree schedule of strike action All three leading public transport unions representing frontline public transport workers report … Continue reading

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Secretary of state’s threat to cut free and concessionary travel creates double whammy for bus and rail users

Investment in improving public transport services in Northern Ireland is needed not cuts Bus and rail services are vital for greater inclusion and for a just transition to a more sustainable economy Unite the union has warned that plans by the … Continue reading

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Unite warns secretary of state Chris Heaton-Harris that workers will resist of punitive measures

Second wave of consultations on harsh ‘revenue raising’ programme are published by departments at the demand of the secretary of state Unite the union has told the secretary of state for Northern Ireland Chris Heaton-Harris that workers will not accept … Continue reading

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Education Authority support staff to commence 48-hour strike action tomorrow over failure to deliver pay & grading review

Union warns of significant disruption to school transport and to some schools on first day of strike ahead of wider industrial action Communication from Department of Education confirms that business case for negotiated commitment has still not been submitted  Almost … Continue reading

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Education Authority notified of 48-hour strike by Unite members seeking pay and grading review

Education Authority notified of 48-hour strike by Unite members seeking pay and grading review Unite claims responsibility for industrial action escalation lies wholly on Department of Education for obstructive behaviour This afternoon, Unite the union notified the Education Authority of a 48-hour … Continue reading

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