GSP 17-18 Christmas Arrangements 2018
GSP 17-18 Christmas Arrangements 2018
I wish to advise you of the agreed Collection & Delivery Christmas arrangements to apply this year, which are outlined below. Overtime The overtime levels as applied in 2017,will apply this year, with the assignment of work to be agreed locally. Additional overtime/resources to cater for expected parcel volume increase to be agreed locally … Continued
GSG 12-18 UPLIFT – People’s Housing Survey
My recent circular 11/18 called for support for the ‘Raise the Roof’ rally which is taking place on Wednesday, October 3rd, outside Leinster House. The rally is scheduled to run from 12.30 – 2.00pm. As noted in that circular, I know that the time and location will not suit a lot of our members around the country … Continued
GSP 16-18 Presidential & Referendum Mailings
I wish to appraise you of the agreed arrangements with An Post for the mailings associated with the Presidential Election and the Referendum on a proposed amendment to the Constitution, which is scheduled for the 26th October 2018. Election Material A definitive arrival delivery schedule will be advised locally by the Company. Delivery payment rates … Continued
GSG 11-18 Raise the Roof – Homes for All Demonstration
As you are aware from media reports we are in the middle of a housing crisis with horrendous stories reported on an almost daily basis. You would be forgiven for thinking that we had reverted to conditions experienced by workers at the beginning of the 20th century i.e. living in tenements, exorbitant rents and unscrupulous … Continued
GSG 10-18 CWU Youth Committee AGM
The CWU Youth Committee will be holding its AGM at 2.30pm on Saturday 6th October in Union Head Office, addressed by myself and CWU President, Mike O’Connor. For young members who have thought about becoming more active but are unsure of what the Trade Union movement does and their role within it, this is the … Continued
GSG 09-18 National Officer Position (Telecoms)
I wish to confirm that Mr John Clarke has been selected as the successful candidate for the position of National Officer which was recently advertised. John has been a lifelong activist in the Union holding various positions in the Central Managers Branch including Branch Chairman, and indeed, helped to negotiate the combining of the telecoms … Continued
GSG 08-18 Advertisement of Vacancy for National Officer of CWU (Telecoms Sector)
The National Executive Council wishes to invite applications for the position of National Officer of the Communications Workers’ Union (telecoms sector). The Communications Workers’ Union (CWU) is a modern, professional and innovative trade union representing approximately 15,000 workers in Ireland’s rapidly evolving communications industry. The CWU’s mission is to promote, protect and serve the interests … Continued
GSG 05-18 National Homeless & Housing Coalition Protest March – Sat 7th Apr 2018
On Saturday, 7th April a protest march will take place to highlight the national housing emergency. The protest is organised by the National Homeless and Housing Coalition which is a coalition of Trade Unions, NGOs and Politicians. The march is supported by the ICTU. The demands of the coalition are clearly outlined below. The housing … Continued
GSP 04-18 Easter Arrangements
I attach a copy of the Easter arrangements for Mails and Parcels for 2018. In the main the arrangements are similar to last year, although it is necessary to outline the following: • All of Saturday parcel operations will be performed on Good Friday to increase the delivery footprint for parcels and packets. • Under … Continued
GSG 04-18 CWU Education Grant Scheme 2018
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
GSG 02-18 Union Training 2018
The Union is pleased to announce our training calendar for 2018 and we are currently seeking nominations for the forthcoming education courses. Branch Secretary Stage 1 Course May 22nd,23rd,24th,29th & 30th (5 days) Venue: Union Head Office, Dublin All newly elected Branch Secretaries are required to attend the Stage 1 course, as well as … Continued
GSG 01-18 CWU 9th Biennial Conference 2018
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 9th Biennial Conference 2018. Biennial Conference: The 9th Biennial Conference 2018 will be held at The INEC Killarney Convention Centre, Kerry, on Wednesday 9th, Thursday 10th and Friday 11th … Continued