Category Archives: Republic of Ireland news

Supreme Court unanimously upholds Unite’s right to strike

‘Historic’ judgement rejects employers’ injunction In a ‘landmark ruling’, the Supreme Court has today found that Unite was fully legally entitled to undertake strike action in a dispute with construction company Jones Engineering.  The strike action, which involved hundreds of … Continue reading

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Tara Mines: ‘megaphone bullying’ no substitute for collective engagement

February 14th: Trade union Unite, which represents craft and staff grades at Tara Mines, has warned Boliden that ‘megaphone bullying’ is no substitute for collective engagement. The union’s warning follows Boliden’s chief executive officer Mikael Staffas’ statement last week that … Continue reading

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Public sector pay proposals: Unite representatives defer decision on recommendation pending workplace engagement

Further meeting scheduled for 16 February February 2nd: Unite public sector representatives met in Dublin today (Friday) to consider the terms of the proposed Public Service Agreement 2024-2026. During a lengthy discussion, representatives noted that, of the maximum 3% on … Continue reading

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Tara Mines: Government must step in as company adopts unacceptable approach to workers’ jobs and conditions

Alternative ownership must be on agenda January 9th: Speaking following a conciliation hearing held today (Tuesday) at the Workplace Relations Commission, trade union Unite – which represents craft and staff grades at Tara Mines – expressed outrage at proposals advanced … Continue reading

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Unite members in Haleon secure 9.5% pay uplift over two years

Dungarvan workers to also benefit from €2,000 in tax-free vouchers Deal follows vote to reject Labour Court recommendation Trade union Unite, which represents around 800 members in Haleon’s Dungarvan facility, said today (Wednesday) that members have voted overwhelmingly to accept … Continue reading

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