GSG 03-22 11th Biennial Conference 2022
GSG 03-22 11th Biennial Conference 2022
As previously advised the National Executive Council has set the following dates regarding the submission of Motions, Delegates etc., for the 11th Biennial Conference 2022. Biennial Conference: The 11th Biennial Conference 2022 will be held at The Sheraton Hotel, Athlone, on Wednesday 4th & Thursday 5th May 2022. The National Executive Council has agreed to … Continued
GSG 02-22 Branch Structure Rationalisation
The National Executive Council has agreed to conduct a complete review of all aspects of the Union’s business as part of the ‘Shaping the Future Union’ strategy. Central to this strategy is a focus on membership growth and to achieve this ambitious goal, we need to make sure that we make the best use of … Continued
GSP 04-22 Easing of COVID 19 Restrictions
On the 21st January 2022 the Government announced the easing of public health measures while at the same time emphasising a continued strong focus on personal protective behaviours, based on individual and sectoral risk assessment. They subsequently published a Transitional Protocol which is a collaborative effort between the Government, the Health and Safety Authority, Trade … Continued
GSE 02-22 eir Fibre Networks Ireland Announcement
You will be aware, eir announced a joint venture partnership with a French investment company, InfraVia Capital Partners for its access fibre broadband network. The new subsidiary company, Fibre Networks Ireland (FNI), will be launched later this year, subject to competition approval. In effect, eir has sold 49% of this valuable asset, the fibre broadband … Continued
GSP 03-22 Easing of Workplace Restrictions
Dear Colleague Following on from the decision by Government to abolish most of the restrictions to curtail the spread of the COVID virus, I wish to update in relation to discussions with An Post on the manner the work place restrictions can be stood down. Although the timing and speed of the decision took many … Continued
GSG 01-22 AGMs 2022
I refer to GS Circular 30/21 issued on 10th December 2021 in relation to the organising of AGMs for 2022. In accordance with the CWU Rules and Constitution, Branches are obliged to hold their AGM before the last day of February, unless permission is granted by Head Office to extend beyond this date. As we … Continued
GSE 01-22 eir Retail Sunday Premium
The CWU has been actively engaged in discussions with eir management seeking an increase in the rate of the premium that applies for working on Sunday in eir retail shops. In line with the 2% pay increase the Union agreed for 2021/22 which came into effect on 1st July 2021, the CWU has reached an … Continued
GSP 02-22 Review Xmas Arrangements 2021
You will be aware GSP Circular 23/21 set out the general national arrangements to apply for Christmas 2021, with the local arrangements to be finalised subject to local discussion and agreement. The Union will conduct a review of the arrangements and how they operated at Mail Centres/Delivery Service Units. Branches are invited to forward their … Continued
GSP 01-22 HSE Mailings 2022
An Post has been requested by Government to provide a nationwide delivery of antigen test kits on behalf of the HSE, over the seven days of each week throughout the month of January 2022. While recognising the additional demands placed on staff, together with the impact of Covid in our own workplace, the Company and … Continued
GSP 26-21 Special Antigen Mailings
The Company have been requested by the HSE to deliver Antigen Test Kits on Wednesday 29th December 2021, to support the response to expected increase in Covid cases over the Christmas period. The original plan for Wednesday 29th December was for parcel only delivery, to a limited urban footprint (usual Saturday delivery plan). However, … Continued
GSG 31-21 Closure of Head Office at Christmas 2021
I wish to advise you that Head Office will be closed from 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, 23rd December 2021 and will re-open at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday 4th January 2022. However, our staff will continue with remote working until Monday 10th January 2022. On behalf of all the Officers and Staff may we take this … Continued
GSP 25-21 An Post – Pay & Pension
I wish to update you regarding several issues at An Post and the potential impact on pay and pension for our members. Pay The pay element of our existing agreement with An Post expires on the 31st December 2021. In advance of detailed discussions with the company, CWU lodged a claim at the Joint Conciliation … Continued
GSG 30-21 AGMs 2022
In accordance with Rule 3.2.2 of the CWU Rules, Branches are required to hold an AGM each year, before the last day of February. Branches must receive prior permission from Union Head Office to convene an AGM after this date. Obviously, at this time there is again a level of uncertainty as to the … Continued
GSE 6-21 Launch of eir Policies
You will be aware that eir has just launched 5 people policies as follows: Menopause Policy Pregnancy Loss Policy Domestic Violence Policy Fertility Policy Parent’s Leave Policy These were the subject of considerable discussions through the JCC Diversity Sub-committee, particularly the Menopause Policy which originated as a union claim in February 2020 and … Continued
GSG 28-21 Medical Fund Claims for 2021
In accordance with the Medical Fund rules and continuing normal practice, a cut-off date for claiming on receipts dated in the calendar year 2021 has been set at Friday 14th January 2022. For the avoidance of doubt, any members with receipts dated between 1st January and 31st December 2021 who have not yet submitted a … Continued
GSP 24-21 Payments during COVID
The Company has advised the Union of its intention to change the arrangements relating to payments to staff availing of COVID leave. To date the Company treated all absences relating to COVID 19 as paid special leave. Arising from the successful roll out of vaccinations and that COVID 19 related absences are likely to be … Continued
GSG 27-21 Unionlink
We are pleased to be able to offer our members three essential IT courses through our online learning platform Unionlink. These include Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, which are aimed at those who wish to develop their basic skills with these programs. Microsoft Word is the world’s most used word processing software and with the … Continued
GSP 23-21 Collection & Delivery Christmas/Peak Arrangements 2021
I wish to advise you of the outcome of discussions in respect of this year’s Christmas/Peak arrangements. The added difficulty this year in completing agreement primarily relates to the uncertainty of the volumes likely to be in place, together with the ongoing Covid difficulties. It is agreed that the volumes and consequentially the resources agreed … Continued
GSG 26-21 Work Safely Protocol
You will be aware the Government, considering, the latest public health advice, has recommended that, everyone should return to working from home, unless it is necessary to attend the workplace in person. The guidance reflects the importance of us all, where possible, to reduce our number of contacts. The phased return to the workplace has, … Continued
GSG 25-21 11th Biennial Conference 2022
You will be aware from previous correspondence that the 11th CWU Biennial Conference will take place on the 4th and 5th May 2022 at the Sheraton Hotel, Athlone. In preparation for the event, I have set out below the business and timeline requirements as decided by the National Executive Council. The Conference will be the … Continued
GSP 22-21 COVID and Social Distancing
In recent weeks we have received a number of enquiries from members in relation to the Social Distancing measures currently in place in An Post premises. The Government has indicated the 22nd October will see the final phase of restrictions lifted and be replaced by guidance and advice. This includes the requirement for Social Distancing. … Continued
GSP 21-21 Voluntary Transfer Policy Mail and Parcels
Following the Labour Court Recommendation LCR21206, issued in April 2016 the Monitoring Group issued a Determination governing how appointments should be dealt with. This Determination provided for the appointment of staff once they completed two years continuous service subject to certain criteria. It also addressed the requirement to review and revise the terms of … Continued
GSG 24-21 Documentary on the Telecom Eireann Flotation
I wish to advise you that a Broadstone Films documentary, concerning the story of the Telecom Eireann flotation in 1999, will be broadcast on RTÉ One at 9:30 p.m. on Monday, 4th October 2021. The CWU contributed to this independent production by making a financial donation and providing research material held in the CWU archives. While … Continued
GSE 05-21 eir Additional Bonus Payment
The decision by the company to award an “additional tech bonus” of €250 to staff in the Core and Access Networks, while welcome, does not meet expectations of staff in eir in recognition for their loyal service, over and above the call of duty. Neither does it compare favourably with other employers, whom, in the … Continued
GSG 22-21 Updates to Unionlink
We are pleased to advise you that our online learning platform Unionlink has been upgraded recently and you will find it very user-friendly, with a variety of courses on offer. Please note the following: Digital Photography Course and Competition Our digital photography course is proving to be very popular. This course gives members the basic … Continued
GSG 21-21 Deputy General Secretary
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
GSP20-21 Retirement Policy – An Post
The CWU and An Post has concluded agreement on a Retirement Policy, a copy of which is attached. The agreement ensures there will be a consistent approach by the Company in the way retirement is planned for. Furthermore, it establishes the approach to requests by members seeking to extend their working life, beyond the … Continued
GSG 19-21 CWU Seminar
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
GSE 04-21 Annual Leave Process 2021
The Joint Conciliation Council (JCC) has agreed to extend the terms of JCC Report No. 631 to cover 2021 annual leave. The details are included in the Agreed Report 631, but in summary, it requires staff to take 60% of their leave by 30th September 2021. In addition, up to 10 days leave can be … Continued
GSP 19-21 Mails & Parcels
I wish to update you on developments since we issued GS circular 12/21 in April, in relation to the company’s proposed alternate day delivery model, Eco/Next Day. At that time, we outlined that An Post senior management decided to defer the launch and implementation of Eco/Next Day, until early 2022. Since then, discussions have, in … Continued