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Belfast City Airport strike suspended after management commit to independent industrial relations audit

Posted on October 23, 2017 by Unite the union NI

Unite the union agree to suspend planned strike action of their baggage-handlers working for Swissport for two weeks pending outcome of review  Management commit to independent audit of industrial relations and to review human resource processes  Speaking after leaving last … Continue reading →

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Strike action set to proceed at Belfast City Airport over Swissport dismissal of union rep

Posted on October 22, 2017 by Unite the union NI

First two hours strike action by baggage handlers and ground staff will commence at 2.15pm tomorrow [Monday October 23rd]   Last minutes talks offered by Swissport management for 10am [on Monday October 23rd] must address staff concerns to avert action … Continue reading →

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Swissport management must engage to avert looming strike action by baggage-handlers at Belfast City Airport

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Unite the union NI

Threat to lock out workers has galvanised support for strike action and solicited widespread expressions of solidarity Management must use remaining days to engage positively or seek mediation through the Labour Relations Agency October 18th: Unite Regional Industrial Officer, George … Continue reading →

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Flash stoppages by baggage handlers confirmed at Belfast City Airport

Posted on October 9, 2017 by Unite the union NI

Unite serves Swissport with notice of industrial action plans commencing Monday October 23rd Swissport management must act now to avoid disruption to travelling public Confirming that his union had served notice to Swissport of the times and dates of planned … Continue reading →

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Belfast City Airport baggage handlers vote for strike action

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Unite the union NI

Strike ballot endorses action over management dismissal of union representative Union to consult members on specific form of the industrial action that will be taken September 28th: Confirming that Unite members working for Swissport in Belfast City Airport have voted … Continue reading →

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