Tag Archives: Water

Unions launch ‘Keep Water Public’ campaign calling for referendum on public water services

Posted on October 27, 2022 by unitetheunion

October 27th: A coalition of trade unions today launched the ‘Keep Water Public’ campaign, which calls on the Government to confirm a date for a constitutional referendum on the public ownership of water services. The campaign is supported by SIPTU, … Continue reading →

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NI Water work-to-rule action suspended

Posted on January 21, 2015 by unitetheunion

Workers to be consulted on NI Water offer pending ballot Focus on restoring water supplies across NI, particularly in the West January 21st: Speaking after a meeting of union representatives at the Water Group of Trade Unions (WGTU) in Belfast … Continue reading →

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Introducing water charges now could cost up to 3,000 jobs, warns Unite

Posted on May 6, 2014 by unitetheunion

Charges will reduce consumer spending, throttle job creation Proposed charges bad for economy and bad for low-income households, says Jimmy Kelly May 6th: Responding today to the Government’s announcement of the proposed water charges model, Unite Regional Secretary Jimmy Kelly … Continue reading →

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Water rights and wrongs

Posted on April 6, 2014 by unitetheunion

April 6th: Over the weekend, Unite Regional Secretary Jimmy Kelly was one of the speakers at a conference – Our Water is Not For Sale – organised by Cllr Brid Smith and co-sponsored by Unite. Click here to download a … Continue reading →