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Local childcare representative calls for the Government to increase supports

The sector is suffering through a recruitment and retention crisis at the moment according to Amy Dowd, a local SIPTU early years union activist.

Feb 26, 2024 17:17

Pay talks to take place today for childcare workers

The meeting of the Early Years Joint Labour Committee will vote on a rate of €13.65 for Early Years Educators.

Sep 25, 2023 13:22

Retained firefighters to suspend industrial action

The discussions, around pay and issues related to recruitment and retention of on-call firefighters, ended overnight.

Aug 17, 2023 09:38

Unions protest sale of Derrinlough briquette factory

The union says it shows little regard for the legacy of the thousands of workers who made the company a success.

Jul 28, 2023 09:34

Government to engage with Tara Mine staff after 650 workers laid off

It says the decision was taken to safeguard the long-term future of the company.

Jun 14, 2023 09:53

One third of childcare staff seeking to leave sector according to new study

Over 2,100 people took part in the survey which was carried out in late March.

Apr 20, 2023 08:46

Local retired SIPTU worker calls for end to pension delays

Members of SIPTU have previously written to the HSE Head of Superannuation seeking payment of arrears in pensions for retired health service staff.

Apr 5, 2023 17:39

Homeless levels double locally according to new research

There's been an increase in the number of people accessing temporary accommodation in the region.

Sep 15, 2022 13:49

Defence forces troops begin airport security training

SIPTU says it's been given assurances its members jobs won't be under threat.

Jul 4, 2022 08:38

SIPTU call for talks with HSE over axing of long covid leave payment

SIPTU believe long covid should be recognised as an occupational disease.

Jun 19, 2022 10:08

Longford man wins €25k in WRC case against Bord na Mona

He has been awarded €25,0000 in the case which was decided by the Workplace Relations Commission.

Oct 8, 2021 17:09

SIPTU workers at St Brigid's in Ballinasloe vote for industrial action

A strike committee will be organised in the coming days.

Aug 6, 2021 13:18

Transition to independent living in Ballinasloe area has been successful, HSE says

The HSE says all decisions have been made in partnership with the service users.

Jul 27, 2021 13:06

SIPTU workers in Ballinasloe Mental Heath Services ballot for industrial action

The dispute emerged after the HSE decided to use agency workers for roles in helping service users to transition to Independent Living

Jul 26, 2021 17:31

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