Category Archives: Press Releases

Sainsbury’s must clarify its continued commitment to Northern Ireland retail market after management announces plans to close Craigavon store

Posted on October 19, 2021 by Unite the union NI

109 workers based in Craigavon face threat of joblessness in mouth of Christmas; Sainsbury’s must guarantee alternative employment elsewhere as well as meet redeployment costs Fears that Craigavon site closure may be a weathervane pointing to a wider retail threat … Continue reading →

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Unite community welcomes promises of £16 million investment for Albert basin park but calls on people of Newry to continue to mobilise to keep pressure on 

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Unite the union NI

Union confirms rally to proceed on Saturday October 23rd at 3pm at Marcus Square, High Street, Newry  Campaigns call for mass show of strength by public support for action on a green space: to hold ‘politicians feet to the fire’ ensure … Continue reading →

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Unite the union 2021 Champions’ Cup is launched at the National Stadium at Windsor Park in Belfast

Posted on October 14, 2021 by unitetheunion

Expanded format for all-island football initiative announced bringing together football champions, north and south, for a series of three matches The Aviva Stadium is drawn as the fixture for the December 4th Champions’ Cup final October 14th: Speaking after today’s launch … Continue reading →

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Budget misses opportunity to tackle exploitation and low pay

Posted on October 13, 2021 by unitetheunion

October 13th: Unite, which represents workers throughout the economy, has said that yesterday’s Budget is “not a Budget for Ireland’s low-paid workers”, yet again failing to address workers’ rights and offering nothing to low-paid and precarious workers.  Commenting, Regional Coordinating … Continue reading →

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Unite Champions Cup sponsor Unite the Union today launches a major STEM education initiative in partnership with League of Ireland champions Shamrock Rovers and Spheros Sports

Posted on September 14, 2021 by unitetheunion

Unite delighted to team up with Shamrock Rovers to provide ground-breaking hi-tech interactive education resource to local community in Tallaght and Clondalkin. Programme launched today in Shamrock Rovers home, Tallaght Stadium, is the first of its kind on island of Ireland. … Continue reading →

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