News - Caretakers

Talks conclude between between Fórsa and government officials

School secretaries and caretakers across the Shannonside region engaged in strike action for a number of days.

Sep 11, 2025 07:49

The Forsa union says the action has been cancelled.

Sep 5, 2025 22:01

Kieran Christie, general secretary of the ASTI, says it can't be understated how important both roles are to school communities.

Sep 5, 2025 08:24

Sep 4, 2025 17:12

There have been protests outside several schools across Leitrim, Longford and Roscommon so far this week.

Sep 4, 2025 07:24

Their union says there's been 'radio-silence' from the government despite yesterday's pickets at Leinster House and TD offices around the country.

Sep 3, 2025 08:30

Fórsa head of education, Andy Pike, says the state hasn't made any effort to talk to them.

Sep 1, 2025 08:24

Fórsa say the strike will continue until they reach an agreement with the state.

Aug 29, 2025 08:32

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