Menu
11/08/2016
Discussions Begin At WRC Over St Aidan's Services Dispute
SIPTU representatives are to attend a meeting at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) today (Thursday) to discuss a dispute over non-payment of increments at St Aidan's Services.
Workers at the day care centre had agreed to four, 24 hour, work stoppages to be held over the next month.
However, all involved parties had accepted an invitation to talks hosted by the WRC. The talks will begin today.
SIPTU Health Divisional Organiser, Paul Bell said: "SIPTU representatives have accepted an invitation for talks at the WRC. However, it will be a very short meeting if the employer simply restates a position and attempts to put our members through the motions again. What SIPTU members clearly expect is that the employer puts forward concrete proposals to end this dispute fairly and conclusively."
"Our members don't want to be involved in work stoppages. They want to get on with the job of caring for people that need to be cared for in the community. We are resolute in supporting our members and ending this dispute by achieving a favourable and satisfactory outcome.
"The action our members took today in St Aidan's sends a clear message to all workers in Section 38 and 39 organisations who provide care and health services on behalf of the Health Service Executive (HSE). SIPTU representatives will do whatever is necessary to support Section 38 and 39 workers until they enjoy full parity of esteem with all HSE workers."
(MH/CD)
Workers at the day care centre had agreed to four, 24 hour, work stoppages to be held over the next month.
However, all involved parties had accepted an invitation to talks hosted by the WRC. The talks will begin today.
SIPTU Health Divisional Organiser, Paul Bell said: "SIPTU representatives have accepted an invitation for talks at the WRC. However, it will be a very short meeting if the employer simply restates a position and attempts to put our members through the motions again. What SIPTU members clearly expect is that the employer puts forward concrete proposals to end this dispute fairly and conclusively."
"Our members don't want to be involved in work stoppages. They want to get on with the job of caring for people that need to be cared for in the community. We are resolute in supporting our members and ending this dispute by achieving a favourable and satisfactory outcome.
"The action our members took today in St Aidan's sends a clear message to all workers in Section 38 and 39 organisations who provide care and health services on behalf of the Health Service Executive (HSE). SIPTU representatives will do whatever is necessary to support Section 38 and 39 workers until they enjoy full parity of esteem with all HSE workers."
(MH/CD)
Related Irish News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
21 March 2024
BCC Unveils Refreshed Strategic Plan For Belfast City Centre
New plans to support the most vulnerable in Belfast while growing the economy, regenerating neighbourhoods and achieving climate targets have been published in a refreshed strategic plan for the city. First published in 2017, the Belfast Agenda set out joint vision for the city up to 2035.
BCC Unveils Refreshed Strategic Plan For Belfast City Centre
New plans to support the most vulnerable in Belfast while growing the economy, regenerating neighbourhoods and achieving climate targets have been published in a refreshed strategic plan for the city. First published in 2017, the Belfast Agenda set out joint vision for the city up to 2035.
26 March 2024
Health And Social Care Easter Arrangements Outlined
The Department of Health has announced arrangements for health and social care services over the Easter holiday period, encouraging everyone to look after themselves, both physically and mentally.
Health And Social Care Easter Arrangements Outlined
The Department of Health has announced arrangements for health and social care services over the Easter holiday period, encouraging everyone to look after themselves, both physically and mentally.
19 May 2016
New Workers Rights Centre Opens In Central Dublin
A new Workers Rights Centre has opened at Liberty Hall in Dublin, giving members of the public access to information and advice on workplace issues, trade union SIPTU has announced.
New Workers Rights Centre Opens In Central Dublin
A new Workers Rights Centre has opened at Liberty Hall in Dublin, giving members of the public access to information and advice on workplace issues, trade union SIPTU has announced.
20 January 2017
SIPTU To Ballot Hospital Members On Industrial Action
SIPTU member support staff at selected hospitals are to be balloted on proposed industrial action in a dispute concerning breaches of the national public service agreements and their exclusion from concessions provided to other emergency department workers.
SIPTU To Ballot Hospital Members On Industrial Action
SIPTU member support staff at selected hospitals are to be balloted on proposed industrial action in a dispute concerning breaches of the national public service agreements and their exclusion from concessions provided to other emergency department workers.
11 February 2014
DAA SIPTU Members Vote For Strike Action
SIPTU members of the Dublin Airport Authority have voted in favour if industrial action in a dispute over their pension scheme. The long-running dispute surrounds a deficit of around €780m in the Irish Aviation Superannuation Scheme, which covers workers in the DAA and Aer Lingus.
DAA SIPTU Members Vote For Strike Action
SIPTU members of the Dublin Airport Authority have voted in favour if industrial action in a dispute over their pension scheme. The long-running dispute surrounds a deficit of around €780m in the Irish Aviation Superannuation Scheme, which covers workers in the DAA and Aer Lingus.
-
Ireland WeatherToday:A cloudy morning with some outbreaks of rain, some on the heavy side. Then turning brighter in afternoon with sunny intervals and more isolated showers. Fresh southeatserly winds. Maximum temperature 14 °C.Tonight:A dry evening with some sunshine to end the day, then staying dry overnight with some clear periods. Winds easing. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
