Category Archives: Republic of Ireland news

As Business look for a Hasty Return, Unite calls for Caution

Posted on April 9, 2020 by unitetheunion

Unite also states that ordinary citizens must not be made pay all the cost of this emergency as before April 9th: Unite Trade Union today spoke (Thursday) of its concern that employer representatives such as IBEC and the Restaurant Association … Continue reading →

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Bord na Mona: ‘Essential’ workers must be protected

Posted on April 2, 2020 by unitetheunion

2020 peat harvest must proceed to ensure security of energy supply Emergency legislation required to obviate need for harvest planning applications April 2nd: Unite, which represents craft and administrative grades in Bord na Mona, today (Thursday) said that the recognition … Continue reading →

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COVID-19 and your Rights as a Worker – UPDATED 01 April 2020

Posted on April 1, 2020 by unitetheunion

Frequently Asked Questions – Updated 01 April 2020 The COVID-19 (Coronavirus) emergency is evolving rapidly and Unite will be updating our advice as dictated by circumstances. The additional measures announced by the Government on Friday 27 March have resulted in … Continue reading →

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English Language Teachers: Schools must engage with Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme

Posted on April 1, 2020 by unitetheunion

April 1st: Unite, which represents English Language Teachers throughout Ireland, has urged employers to engage with the Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme to ensure that teachers are retained in employment and the sector can restart once the current COVID-19 emergency is … Continue reading →

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Construction: Unite urges employers to engage with Temporary Wage Subsidy Scheme

Posted on March 30, 2020 by unitetheunion

Retaining workers in employment will protect individuals, families and business Government must take further measures on housing costs to protect living standards March 30th: Following the Government’s effective closure of non-essential construction sites, trade union Unite – which represents construction … Continue reading →