GSP 33-20 Medisan Fund
GSP 33-20 Medisan Fund
The Union would like to follow-up on a recent Company communication issued to members in relation to the Medisan Fund. This Fund was established to provide financial assistance to employees of An Post and eir who were suffering from a range of serious illnesses, including but not limited to cancer, cardiac diseases, conditions of the … Continued
GSG 27-20 10th Biennial Conference 2020
I wish to take this opportunity to thank all the Delegates who were involved in our recent CWU Conference, which was conducted remotely. The Conference in itself was a huge undertaking with over 300 delegates tuning in remotely. It was a major logistical operation, which could not have been successful without the co-operation of each … Continued
GSE 12-20 Retail Update
At a recent meeting with management the union raised a number of issues on behalf of our members in the eir retail network. Access to shops and emergency status Members had raised a concern on the ‘emergency status’ of telecoms retail and in what circumstances they can or should turn away customers. This is a … Continued
GSP 32-20 An Post Retail Training
Further to GSP 24/20 issued on 27th July 2020, the Company has advised the Union of its plans to roll-out a training programme called the Customer Experience Excellence Programme for Branch Managers and staff. It kicks off week commencing Monday 2nd November 2020 for Branch Managers and week commencing 9th November 2020 for staff. The … Continued
GSP 29-20 Worker Director Elections – An Post
I attach for your information the results on the outcome of the ballot for the 2020 Worker Director Election at An Post. The CWU wholeheartedly congratulates the five CWU candidates on their outstanding success, thereby ensuring we continue to have five employee representatives on the Board of An Post. The successful candidates in order of … Continued
GSE 11-20 Agile Working Policy
The union is pleased to advise that an agreement has been reached with eir regarding agile work. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic for many eir employees their home has now become their workplace and our recent survey has shown that there is a need to have in place a long-term sustainable workplace policy that accommodates … Continued
GSG 26-20 10th Biennial Conference 2020
As you will be aware from the contents of GS circular 25/20, the National Executive Council of the Communications Workers’ Union has decided to hold our Biennial Conference remotely online. To that end we have already begun posting out the reports, etc for the conference. Due to the recent restrictions placed on people by Government … Continued
GSG 25-20 10th Biennial Conference 2020
I wish to advise you that the National Executive Council has decided not to proceed with the holding of the physical Biennial Conference in Athlone because of the current Covid-19 uncertainty. In order to ensure the business of conference is completed the NEC has agreed to the holding of a remote conference for the 10th … Continued
GSP 28-20 Government COVID-19 Booklet
An Post will shortly undertake a publicity post mailing for government, at no cost to government, as part of its commitment to the national effort during this COVID pandemic. The mailing will be distributed to every address point in the country using the Publicity Post Service. The mailing comprises a booklet, which weighs 30g, and … Continued
GSE 10-20 eir Flu Vaccine Programme
With the flu season upon us, we wish to advise our members of the eir flu vaccine initiative which is part of their wellness programme. eir will issue a payment to staff to cover the cost of the vaccine which is due in the October payment run. That said employees are encouraged to book their … Continued
GSG 24-20 CWU Digital Photography Competition – Closing Date Extended
We are pleased to advise that due to the high number of entrants we have extended the closing date for the competition to October 9th. We have also increased the number of runner up prizes. Please note that the competition is open only to those who have completed our digital photography course on Unionlink As … Continued
GSP 27-20 An Post Worker Director Elections 2020
You will be aware from a previous GS Circular the CWU has nominated five candidates to contest the election for the five Worker Director positions on the Board of An Post. This Union’s nominations are: Frank Burke CWU DMC, Dublin Anthony McCrave CWU Dundalk DSU William Mooney … Continued
GSG 22-20 National Appeal
The NEC received a hardship claim from the Portlaoise District Branch for one of their members and on an exceptional basis have agreed to the holding of a national collection. The member of the Portlaoise District Branch has suffered extreme personal family issues in the last few months. At present the members is in hospital … Continued
GSE 09-20 Retail Update – Pay Increase/Return to Work/Commission
Since early March 2020, CWU Officials have met weekly with Eir Retail Management and HR to ensure that during the Covid-19 crisis we maintained all CWU members on the eir payroll and maximised, as far as possible, commission payments even though sales for this were not occurring in most cases. These meetings continue and have … Continued
GSP 26-20 Indoor Admin Operative – New Grade
Further to GSP 09–20 issued on 16th March 2020, I am pleased to confirm the Union has now confirmed with An Post the implementation process of the new grade of Indoor Admin Operative (IAO) which is a promotional outlet for Postal Operatives. This was delayed because of the requirement to deal with the impact of … Continued
GSP 25-20 Worker Director Elections
I refer you to GS Circular 19-20 relating to the Worker Director Elections at An Post. I wish to confirm the National Executive Council has agreed the nomination of the following CWU candidates to contest the Election at An Post under the Worker Participation (State Enterprises) Act 1977–2001. Communications Workers’ Union – Nominations Frank … Continued
GSP 24-20 Retail
I wish to update you regarding business developments in An Post Retail, the challenge presented by COVID-19 and the impact for our members. Impact of COVID-19 Similar to the Mails & Parcels business, COVID-19 has impacted greatly on Retail and our members working at Post Offices. Working collaboratively with An Post senior management, the Union … Continued
GSP 23-20 Mails & Parcels
I wish to update you regarding a number of issues associated with the Mails & Parcels business at An Post and potential impact on our members. Impact of COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has changed, almost overnight, the world we live in, requiring all to adapt to a “new normal” in every aspect of our lives. … Continued
GSE 08-20 Update – Call Centre Pay Increase
As you might be aware the CWU has been in negotiations with eir senior management on the subject of pay for staff in the Centres. Following some tough discussions, the CWU can confirm that the company has agreed to a 1 year pay deal of 2.7%, taking effect from the 01st July 2020 for those … Continued
GSE 07-20 Domestic Violence Policy
Eir and the Staff Trade Unions have finalised a collective agreement on domestic violence. The purpose of this policy is to support those who may be the victims of domestic violence and to ensure that we create a safe environment whereby those affected can feel comfortable speaking about the issue. This will assist impacted employees … Continued
GSP 22-20 Worker Director Elections 2020
I wish to advise you of the outcome of the ballot for nominations for the position of Worker Director at An Post. The successful candidates are Gerry Sexton, Frank Burke, Martina O’Connell and Willie Mooney. A huge thank you must also go to our past Worker Directors, Tommy Devlin, Noel Adamson and Niall Phelan, who … Continued
GSP 21-20 Pay in An Post
You will be aware the terms of the Union /Company pay agreement expired on the 30th April 2020. Discussions regarding a proposed new pay agreement were at an advanced stage at the time of the commencement of the COVID-19 Pandemic. However, this crisis torpedoed finalisation of those discussions resulting in An Post issuing the attached … Continued
GSE 06-20 Return to Work – Lead Worker Represetative
As you know the next stage of opening Ireland’s economy is a safe return to the workplace. The Labour Employer Economic Forum (L.E.E.F.), involving the Irish Congress of Trade Unions, government and employers has developed a “Return to Work Safely Protocol”. It sets out the principal and practical steps required in order that employers and … Continued
GSG 18-20 CWU Digital Photography Competition
The CWU is pleased to introduce our first ever Digital Photography Competition for all of our members. The competition is open to those who have completed our digital photography course on Unionlink so this is an ideal opportunity for members to learn a new skill. The competition is for amateur photographers and there are many … Continued
GSP 20-20 Return to Workplace Protocol
On the 9th May 2020, the government published a roadmap for easing the lockdown restrictions over five phases (this was subsequently reduced to four). In conjunction with this roadmap they also published a “Return To Work Safely Protocol”. This was developed at the Labour Employer Economic Forum. This is the forum for high level dialogue … Continued
GSP 19-20 Worker Director Elections in An Post 2020
The term of office of the existing Worker Directors in An Post expires on the 31st October 2020 and the election process will shortly be initiated for a new term of office. The Postal Sectoral Executive wishes to proceed with the selection of candidates. Accordingly, Branches are requested to nominate members for consideration by the … Continued
GSP 18-20 Retail Workwear Update
The 2020 Post Office Clerk Workwear rollout will take place in mid-October this year. Online ordering has already commenced, and Tailored Image will start processing orders once all orders have been submitted. Please note if orders are submitted on time by our Members, the Uniform tailors are hopeful of an earlier roll out date. The … Continued
GSP 17-20 COVID-19 and on-the-job Training Requirements
The Union has been in discussion with the Company in relation to the provision of on the job training in the context of COVID-19 and the following has been agreed. Mails and Parcels The DSM to engage immediately with the local Branch in relation to the training requirements for the remainder of the year. … Continued
GSP 16-20 Subsistence Rates Revision
Following discussions at the Joint Conciliation Council new subsistence rates have been agreed. These changes are in line with changes announced by the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform. As a result, the day rates have been increased in line with the chart below. There was no change to the overnight rate including the Vouched … Continued
GSP 15-20 Heavy Goods Driver, HGV1 & HGV 2
Further to previous correspondence, I am pleased to confirm the filling of the new HGV Driver Grade posts will be completed by An Post shortly. These Heavy Goods Driver posts will perform Mails Distribution Network posts in the Mails & Parcels Business with the following terms and conditions applying: 1. Appointment to the new grade … Continued