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GSP 13-20 Mails & Parels – Easter Arrangements 2020

GSP 13-20 Mails & Parels – Easter Arrangements 2020

I wish to advise you of the agreed Easter Arrangements 2020 for Mails & Parcels, which are as follows: Good Friday 10th April 2020 Dublin Full delivery All 5.30pm collections from post boxes after the latest time posting (LTOP); full scanning compliance is required for all collections Provinces Deliveries in areas as applied in 2019 … Continued

GSP 12-20 An Post Mail Services COVID-19

You will be aware from the previous updates that CWU and An Post review daily the operation of Postal services in the context of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Everything we do is predicated on the strict adherence to the medical advice and HSE guidelines for: Social Distancing Regular hand washing Coughing etiquette Our work is important, … Continued

GSE 03-20 COVID-19 Update

Following the government’s announcement on Friday 27/03/2020 the CWU would like to remind/inform members of the following: 1. Telecommunications is classed as an essential service and “must be operated within public health guidelines” 2. Social Distancing is essential. We know that the required distance (2m) can be difficult to achieve in home or on some … Continued

GSP 11-20 Easter Arrangements Branch Offices 2020

I wish to advise you of the agreed Easter Retail Branch Office arrangements and the modified plan for this year. The rationale for the departure from previous years, is that it creates the opportunity for Counter staff to have a long-weekend break, giving a well-earned breather in these unprecedented times, while maintaining essential services to … Continued

GSP 10-20 Connecting with the Community

You will be aware from the previous updates the CWU and An Post review daily the operation of Postal services in the context of the Covid 19 Pandemic. Everything we do is predicated on the strict adherence to the medical advice and HSE guidelines for: Social Distancing Regular hand washing Coughing etiquette Our work is … Continued

GSE 02-20 COVID-19: Retail & Feet on the Street

Over the last three weeks, the Union has engaged almost daily with eir in relation to COVID-19 safety concerns on behalf of our members. We are working to ensure our members can continue to work safely in their current environments, in both the Retail Shop area and also Feet on the Street (FOTS). It became … Continued

GST 01-20 COVID-19 Update for KN/KNIS Members

The union has been dealing with queries from our KN members in relation to concerns arising from the current COVID 19 crisis. As you may be aware and following the recent government restrictions KN is categorised as an essential service provider. This means that you, our members, are providing a service that is critical and … Continued

GST 02-20 KN Rep Information Details

All please see names and details of local area representatives. As discussed at the AGM the structure of the KN Branch needs to reflect the whole country (some areas are over  represented). Therefore, throughout the coming months we will be attempting to encourage individuals to become a rep in areas that have no representation. The … Continued

GSG 09-20 Unionlink

During these unprecedented times, it is important for us as a Union that we maintain contact with our members and continue to offer vital services. One of those services is our online learning platform Unionlink. In a time of social distancing or being house bound it is important to keep the mind active. In that … Continued

GSG 08-20 COVID-19 Update

The CWU Officials have, over the last few weeks, dealt with the different employers in order to establish how each business would operate during this unprecedented crisis and the impact on members in the various workplaces. We have approached those negotiations with the employers on the basis that our first priority at all times must … Continued

GSE 01-20 COVID-19 Pandemic

The Union has been working with eir management on its plans and contingencies to deal with the evolving and unprecedented viral outbreak of COVID-19. A key objective for the CWU is the wellbeing and safety of our members. This must be balanced with the demands of operating and maintaining a critical piece of the country’s … Continued

GSP 09-20 Indoor Admin Operative – New Grade

The CWU and An Post have concluded agreement on the introduction of a new grade entitled Indoor Admin Operative based in DSUs. The details of the agreement are outlined below, and be treated as an amendment to the Collection and Delivery Work Practice Change Agreement of January 2006. The pay scale for the Indoor Admin … Continued

GSP 08-20 New Drivers – HGV Grade

I wish to advise you the CWU and An Post have concluded agreement for a new Drivers HGV Grade. The details are set out below and will be treated as an amendment to the Collection and Delivery Work Practice Change Agreement of January 2006. A new Heavy Goods Driver Grade will be introduced comprehending two … Continued

GSP 07-20 Home Garaging Review

You will be aware from Labour Court Recommendation LCR:21206 in 2016, Home Garaging was ceased for a large number of employees, as one of the efficiency measures identified in the Court’s recommendation.  The Union and Company have agreed to conduct a review, in the context of the following: The 2020 Delivery Optimisation Process may see … Continued

GSG 07-20 10th Biennial Delegate Conference 2020

At the National Executive Council meeting held on Wednesday 11th March 2020, the NEC gave authority to the General Secretary to make any decision in relation to the upcoming Biennial Delegate Conference due to be held on 6th May 2020. Due to the ongoing pandemic crisis with COVID-19, the General Secretary has decided to postpone … Continued

GSG 06-20 Continuity of service to our members

At this unprecedented time the CWU is determined to maintain continuity of services to our members across Ireland, through our office, staff and technology. The well-being of both our members and employees are of the upmost importance to us and we have developed a number of protocols which will assist us in delivering service to … Continued

GSG 06-20 COVID-19: Continuity of Service to our Members

At this unprecedented time the CWU is determined to maintain continuity of services to our members across Ireland, through our office, staff and technology.  The wellbeing of both our members and employees are of the utmost importance to us and we have developed a number of protocols which will assist us in delivering service to … Continued

GSP 06-20 COVID-19 Pandemic

Arising from the government’s announcement yesterday, the Union has been working with An Post management in its plans to deal with what is recognised as an evolving crisis that is unprecedented in living memory. From the CWU perspective, the objective must be the wellbeing of our members, while maintaining continuity of services to the public … Continued

GSG 04-20 CWU Education Grant Scheme 2020

The Union is pleased to invite applications for our Education Grant Scheme which is open to members and their dependants. For the purposes of the CWU Education Grant Scheme, “dependant” is defined as: A child or adopted child of a member The husband, wife, civil partner or co-habiting partner of a member; and/or A person … Continued

GSP 05-20 Banded Hours and Appointments

You will be aware from GS Circular 16/19 that the Union finalised an agreement with the Company to give effect to the provisions contained within the Employment (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2018 in relation to banded hours. Following further discussions with the Company they have advised us of their intention to issue guidelines to their Managers … Continued

GSG 02-20 Union Training 2020

The Union is pleased to announce our training calendar for 2020 and we are currently seeking nominations for the forthcoming education courses.  Branch Secretary Stage 1 Course   March 31st, April 1st, 2nd, 7th & 8th (5 days) Venue: Union Head Office, Dublin All newly elected Branch Secretaries are required to attend the Stage 1 … Continued

GSP 04-20 Cork Mails Centre Closure

I wish to appraise you of the agreed plans as detailed below, to finalise the cessation of mails processing at Cork Mails Centre by the end of March 2020.  Cessation of Mails Processing at CMC The last mails processing shift at CMC will be on the night of Friday 20th March 2020.  Redeployment of surplus … Continued

GSP 03-20 Arrangements for General Election Material 2020

You will be aware the government has set the date for a General Election for Saturday 8th February 2020. Because of the relatively short notice and challenging timeline the Union has agreed to the Company proposal the same arrangements will apply as for the most recent elections. Election Material A delivery schedule will be provided … Continued

GSP 02-20 Pensions – An Post

I refer you to GS Circular 08-19, issued on the 12th June 2019 in respect of pensions in An Post. At the time we advised that a 2.5% pensionable increase would apply to pensioners that retired in the Postperson grade, prior to the 16th January 2006, i.e. the commencement date of the first phase payment … Continued

GSP 01-20 C&D DSU Redesign

The C&D redesign model that applied from 2006, ceased in conjunction with implementation of the 316 fast harvesting FTE reductions, in January 2018. Subsequently, in February 2019 the Union and Company agreed the following approach: The requirement for a new redesign process The urban delivery model for walking/cycle posts was no longer fit for purpose … Continued

GSG 16-19 Closure of Head Office at Christmas

I wish to advise you that Head Office will be closed from 1:00pm on Monday, 23rd December 2019 and will re-open at 9:00am on Thursday, 2nd January 2020. On behalf of all the Officers and Staff may we take this opportunity of wishing you a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

GSG 15-19 Medical Fund Claims for 2019 – Cut-off Date

In accordance with the Medical Fund rules and continuing normal practice, a cut-off date for claiming on receipts dated in the calendar year 2019 has been set at Friday 17th January 2020. For the avoidance of doubt, any members with receipts dated between 1st January and 31st December 2019 who have not yet submitted such … Continued

GSG 14-19 CWU Humanitarian Aid Convoy 2020

As you are aware, for the last number of years the Union has sent four volunteers as part of the CWU IRL/UK Humanitarian Aid Convoy. Two members from eir and two from An Post are granted paid release by the Companies to take part in delivering much needed aid to orphanages. It is hard but … Continued

GSG 13-19 AGMs 2020

In accordance with Rule 3.2.2 of the Union Rule Book Branches are required to hold an AGM each year, before the last day of February. Branches must get prior permission from Union Head Office to convene an AGM after this date. As it is traditional at this time of the year, the Officials here at … Continued

GSG 12-19 10th Biennial Conference 2020

I wish to advise you that the National Executive Council has set the following dates in regard to the submission of Motions, Delegates etc., for the 10th Biennial Conference 2020. Biennial Conference: The 10th Biennial Conference 2020 will be held at The Sheraton Hotel, Athlone, on Wednesday 6th, Thursday 7th and Friday 8th MAY 2020. … Continued