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Unite finance members hear calls for next Government to move on statutory union recognition, reversal of pension changes

Posted on February 4, 2016 by unitetheunion

February 4th: ‘Fair Play for finance workers’ was the theme of a conference today  of Unite members working in the finance sector. Opening the event, Unite Regional Secretary Jimmy Kelly said: “As politicians come knocking on our doors, we need … Continue reading →

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Waterford Crystal Pensions – update

Posted on November 17, 2015 by unitetheunion

All outstanding appeals will be heard through the appeals process agreed under Kieran Mulvey’s mediation agreement before the end of November. The ongoing delays in pension payments to those who have reached the normal retirement age under the scheme are … Continue reading →

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Waterford Crystal pensions: Unite welcomes payment of €34 million to 1,251 former workers

Posted on September 16, 2015 by unitetheunion

Remaining claims to be processed in coming weeks September 16th: Trade union Unite today welcomed the news that the Department of Social Protection has lodged payments to the bank accounts of 1,251 former Waterford Crystal workers totalling €34 million. The … Continue reading →

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Unite Announces News that Final Resolution of the Waterford Crystal Pension case Delivers Justice for its Members

Posted on July 31, 2015 by unitetheunion

July 31st: Unite today welcomed the High Court decision to close off the Waterford Crystal pensions case following confirmation that the ten plaintiffs have accepted the letters of offer in regard to their pensions and lump sums as set out … Continue reading →

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Waterford Crystal Pensions update (2)

Posted on July 21, 2015 by unitetheunion

July 21st: Letters of Offer have today (Tuesday) been issued by the Department of Social Protection to each of the ten plaintiffs in the Waterford Crystal Pensions case.  This begins the process of implementing the agreed settlement and bringing to … Continue reading →

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