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Brexit band-aid will not secure jobs, living standards

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Unite the union NI

Unite highlights impact of prolonged uncertainty on economy and workers Robust interventions needed North and South to foster confidence, protect jobs August 16th: In an initial response today (Wednesday) to the UK government’s paper proposing steps to mitigate the impact … Continue reading →

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Crane operators striking today and tomorrow

Posted on August 10, 2017 by unitetheunion

Escalation comes against background of continuing CIF non-engagement August 10th: Unite, which represents over 90% of crane operators in Ireland, has said that a nationwide strike of crane operators is taking place today (Thursday) and tomorrow.  The decision to escalate … Continue reading →

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Crane dispute: Unite warns further escalation on the cards

Posted on August 4, 2017 by unitetheunion

Crane operators frustrated at lack of meaningful engagement  Nationwide stoppage marks fourth day of industrial action August 4th: Unite, which represents over 90% of crane operators in Ireland, today warned that the dispute could escalate in the absence of meaningful … Continue reading →

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English Language Teaching: Industry body admits poverty pay

Posted on August 3, 2017 by unitetheunion

Unite challenges MEI on low wages August 3rd:  Unite, which organises English Language Teachers, today challenged Marketing English in Ireland, the body representing English Language Schools, to defend the low wages paid to teachers.  The call follows an analysis of … Continue reading →

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NI-based charity refusing to engage with Unite in Republic

Posted on July 30, 2017 by unitetheunion

Union organises 70% of workers in youth charity Extern ‘forum’ designed avoid union recognition July 30th: Unite has today accused leading youth charity Extern – which receives state funding from the HSE and TUSLA among others – of discriminating against … Continue reading →

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