The National Executive Council of the Communications Workers’ Union has agreed an immediate donation of €50,000 to the International Committee of the Red Cross to support the people of Ukraine. CWU General Secretary, Seán McDonagh, said the move was in response to widespread calls from CWU members and branches who are appalled at the ongoing … Continued
This International Women’s Day on 8 March, the CWU is supporting the UNI Equal Opportunities campaign around women’s health in the workplace. Every year, millions of women leave work, struggle in their jobs or are prevented from reaching their potential due to health issues that primarily impact women and those assigned female at birth. The … Continued
New agreement provides for: o Cumulative pay increase of 5.06% paid in two tranches o 4% pay increase be reflected in pensionable pay o 4% increase in An Post pensions o Sharing of savings for transformation changes o Potential for further increases in pay for lowest paid postal workers A ballot of CWU members at … Continued
Dear Colleague I enclose for your consideration a copy of a Pay proposal reflecting the outcome of direct discussion with An Post, together with a ballot paper and return envelope. Having carefully examined the proposal the National Executive Council (NEC) is unanimously recommending acceptance to you. In recommending acceptance, the NEC recognises the significant inflationary … Continued
CWU Strategic Planning On the 1st of September 2021 I had the great honour of formally taking up the role as General Secretary of the CWU. In my communication with you I committed to re-energise our mission, to establish a vision and direction, to ensure our effectiveness in progressing the interests of communications workers and … Continued
General Secretary: Seán McDonagh Strategy and Planning Union Organisation Finance Principal Staff Representative An Post An Post Pension Trustee Regulatory Affairs Communications Organising/ICTU/UNI Deputy General Secretary: Ian McArdle Substitutes for the GS in his absence Internal Grievance and Disciplinary Principal Staff Representative eir – JCC An Post – Clerical Admin & Retail PostPoint An Post … Continued
CWU MISSION STATEMENT We will build an organising Union that prospers through excellence in service and commitment to recruitment. We will be innovative in our responses to change by being progressive in our outlook, and determined in our efforts to always act in the best interests of the Union and its members. We will, … Continued
I am delighted to advise you that the National Executive Council has today confirmed the appointment of Mr Ian McArdle, to the position of Deputy General Secretary of the CWU. Ian has a proven track record with over twenty years’ experience as a Trade Union Official. He joined CWU in 2006 as National Officer with responsibility for Organising and Regulatory Affairs … Continued
You will be aware from GS Circular 06/21 we deferred holding the CWU Seminar, originally planned for April, to take place in Athlone on the 23rd & 24th September 2021. At the time we were hopeful the COVID-19 restrictions would be eased sufficiently to enable the Seminar take place. The objective being to have full engagement, together with celebrating our members trojan efforts throughout the pandemic. … Continued
Yesterday, the Executive Council agreed to support the People’s Vaccine Campaign – essentially calling for a Peoples Vaccine – freely available to everyone, everywhere around the world. (members of the campaign include Amnesty Ireland, Christian Aid, Trocaire and our own INMO). They point out that restricting vaccine supply to protect profits during a pandemic will cost countless lives. … Continued
Recent events in Hungary, where a new law was passed that discriminates against LGBTQ people while claiming to protect children, illustrate that homophobia is alive and well in the EU. Ireland has played a leadership role in promoting the rights of the LGBTI+ community in recent years but recent events in Waterford and Dublin illustrate … Continued
As you are aware Unionlink, our online learning platform, has been in operation for some time and provides a variety of courses for members and representatives. At this stage, we would like to hear from our members, by completing this brief survey on what courses you would like to see us offer and how we … Continued
The international community watches in horror at the ongoing Israeli atrocities, the bombing of Gaza, evictions in Jerusalem, street violence and arrests. But, while many national leaders are quick to condemn the actions, they are slow to move beyond the rhetoric. Worse still, the US continues to defend Israeli action and has used its veto … Continued
The oppression of the Palestinian people is one of the most urgent issues facing the world today. Having suffered more than seven decades of displacement and discrimination and over 50 years of military occupation, daily life for people in the occupied West Bank and Gaza is defined by poverty, restrictions, humiliation and murder with impunity. … Continued
The Congress Executive Council met today and reiterates our solidarity with the people of Palestine. Our position is clear: Palestinians in Gaza and the Occupied Territories face persecution and denial of human rights by an occupying power in breach of international law. Palestinians in Israel face persecution and denial of human rights in what is … Continued
Since the latest round of National Strike mobilisations began on 28 April 2021, Colombian police and apparent para-state agents have committed extreme abuses. The Colombian government have stigmatised the protestors and defended police actions. There has been a deluge of international condemnation. Background: On 28 April 2021, huge mobilisations took place across Colombia to reject … Continued
The next Congress Friday Briefing will take place on Friday 28 May at 10.30am via Webex Events on the subject of Collective Benefit. This briefing will focus on a forthcoming Fórsa Trade Union report, Collective Benefit – Harnessing the power of representation for economic and social progress, which is due to be launched on the … Continued
In 1980, a group of Civil Service Unions were concerned about the terrible poverty experienced by those in what was then called the Third World. They decided to form a body which, although modest, could play a part in one way or another, to help eliminate some of this poverty which is rampant throughout the … Continued
May the 1st is recognised internationally as the day to commemorate the historic struggles and gains made by workers and the labour movement around the world. To mark the day ICTU General Secretary Patricia King and ICTU Assistant General Secretary Owen Reidy said: “We have lived through unprecedented times, however, we can be confident that … Continued
Presidential Address – Carol Scheffer Thank you, dear Ana, and Cinzia. I am overwhelmed and deeply grateful for your kind words. It is an honour for me on behalf of the Communications Workers’ Union in Ireland to take up the important role of President of the UNI Europa Women’s Committee. I am grateful for the … Continued
Address by Seán McDonagh, Deputy General Secretary, CWU Ireland Colleagues, At the outset, I extend the very best wishes to you all from CWU Ireland and that you stay safe in these most extraordinary dangerous and difficult times. Indeed, the COVID-19 crisis has demonstrated the value of workers and Unions leading the way in maintaining … Continued
Steve Fitzpatrick, the General Secretary of the CWU speaking on Workers Memorial Day stated “On Workers Memorial Day we remember all of those who have been killed, disabled or injured at work. The theme for Workers’ Memorial Day this year is “Workplace Health and Safety – its Your Right”. The Trade Union movement has provided … Continued
Below is a new Congress summary briefing on the delivery of affordable homes/ public housing and the creation of a new model for secure tenancy in the rental sector. The summary briefing highlights shortcomings in current government housing policy and delivery of new homes along with problems in relation to the draft Affordable Housing and Land … Continued