Tag: Julia Marciniak
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Hospitality: New Unite survey reveals high levels of low pay, bullying and discrimination
As indoor hospitality re-opens, over half of respondents report non-adherence to Covid guidelines July 26th: Unite, which represents hospitality workers, today (Monday) released the findings of a survey of hospitality workers in the sector. As indoor hospitality re-opens, the research presents a worrying picture of an industry characterised by low pay, bullying and discrimination against women…
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As hospitality re-opens, workers remain locked out of decent work
Service comes with side order of exploitation Unite survey aims to paint true picture of working conditions As the public prepares to enjoy outdoor cafes, restaurants and pubs from tomorrow, trade union Unite today (Sunday) said that hospitality workers are preparing once again to face the poor working conditions and low pay which characterise the…
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Unite launches workers’ survey for hospitality and tourism
Former Ivy worker and Unite the Union Hospitality & Tourism Coordinator Julia Marciniak is today launching an online survey to gather and interpret working conditions and pay in the hospitality sector as many people return to work over the coming weeks. The confidential survey will allow people to speak out about their working environment without fear of reprisal. In…
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‘New normal’ excludes workers
Members of Unite give coalition a ‘slow clap’; say workers were “applauded then abandoned” by those who promised a “lasting appreciation” Programme for government fails to address need for renewed workers’ rights legislation. Status of workers in the “new normal” needs clarification following High Court ruling on SEOs. Unions say COVID-19 worker representative function not…
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All we want for Christmas – is the tips we earn
Proposed tips legislation small but necessary step in the right direction Comments come as workers hold ‘Grinch’ protest outside Ivy December 17th: Unite, which organises workers in the hospitality sector, today (Tuesday) said the announcement by Employment Affairs Minister Regina Doherty that the Payment of Wages Act will be amended to ensure that card tips…