GSP 18-21 Business Update – Retail
GSP 18-21 Business Update – Retail
I wish to update you regarding business developments in An Post Retail. Existing Products/Services There is a growing confidence that foreign exchange business will, not alone return to pre pandemic business levels, but that it will grow further as An Post consolidates its position as the largest most accessible financial services provider in the state. … Continued
GSG 18-21 Unionlink Survey & CWU Digital Photography Competition 2021
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
GSP 17-21 Training – Mails and Parcels for Summer 2021
We have reviewed and updated circulars previously circulated related to Training, for the purpose of ensuring essential training is conducted in a safe manner. For clarity, we have highlighted the changes in bold, reflect the easing of Level 5 restrictions. When the vaccination programme is at a more advanced stage, we will revert to you … Continued
GSG 15-21 Solidarity with Palestine
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
GSP 15-21 Statutory Leave for Parents
Please find attached a policy agreement the CWU has concluded with An Post related to the various forms of Statutory Leave that is available to parents. Legislation relating to parents leave has been changed over time, primarily because of campaigns by the Trade Union movement. These improvements have been copper fastened in An Post following … Continued
GSP 16-21 Adverse Weather Policy
Please find attached a copy of the Adverse Weather Policy which has been reviewed and updated following discussions between the CWU and An Post. The Company Policy previously updated in 2011, was further reviewed following discussion at the 2018 Biennial Conference. The outcome encompasses the weather warnings issued by Met Eireann which are based on … Continued
GSG 13-21 Communications Workers’ Union appoints new General Secretary
The National Executive Council at its meeting today announced the appointment of Mr Seán Mc Donagh as General Secretary Designate of the union, following the recommendation of an interview panel which was comprised of members of the National Executive Council and overseen by the ICTU. Seán is presently the Deputy General Secretary and he will … Continued
GSE 03-21 Significant Pay increases achieved in Customer Care Centres
Following months of engagement with eir we are pleased to report meaningful and comprehensive improvements to pay and bonuses for members in the three Customer Care centres in Cork, Sligo and Limerick. With this comprehensive overhaul of pay and conditions, members will see earnings increase by up to 17%. As you will no doubt be … Continued
GSG 12-21 Workers’ Memorial Day
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has taken the lead for many years in marking International Workers’ Memorial Day (IWMD) which takes place every year on the 28th April. This is an important date nationally and worldwide for anyone with an interest in the safety, health and welfare of people at work when we remember … Continued
GSG 11-21 Education Grant Scheme 2021
The Union is pleased to invite applications for our Education Grant Scheme which is open to members and their dependents. For the purposes of the CWU Education Grant Scheme, “dependent” 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 10-21 Connect – RIP Tributes
The past year has been an extremely difficult year for us all and has been even more so for those of us who have lost loved ones and friends through these difficult months. The normal human responses of paying our respects and celebrating the lives of people have been near impossible due to the pandemic, … Continued
GSP 13-21 Training Update
As we continue in Level 5 restrictions, we have continued to have discussions with the Company in relation to on the job training and Health and Safety training and the following is the position On the Job Training In relation to on the job training we have agreed that only essential training should take place … Continued
GSG 09-21 Save up to 15% on your Car Insurance
At a recent National Executive Committee meeting the insurance brokers were invited to give a presentation on the schemes they administer on behalf of the CWU. On foot of that meeting Halligan Insurance have announced the delivery of a new motor insurance online scheme. The motor scheme was negotiated through Zurich Insurance, who are one … Continued
GSP 12-21 Prio / Next Day
I wish to update you on the negotiations which have been taking place in relation to the Company’s Prio/Eco delivery project, now entitled Prio/Next Day. As you are aware the recent pay proposals, which were overwhelmingly accepted by our members, contained a provision to conclude the associated discussions by the end of March 2021, with … Continued
GSP 11-21 Domestic Violence Policy
We are pleased to advise that the Company has launched a new policy entitled ‘Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control’. This policy is a welcome development and was produced on foot of a claim from CWU establishing the requirement to address domestic abuse as a workplace issue. The policy recognises the detrimental effect of domestic abuse … Continued
GSP 10-21 Easter Arrangements
Following discussions with An Post management regarding the Easter 2021 arrangements to apply this year, I can confirm the following will apply. In response to CWU representations, the Company has confirmed it will not extend the attendances over and above what has traditionally applied on Good Friday. The reasons for this include the further 12% … Continued
GSP 09-21 An Post Employee Assistance Programme
We are pleased to advise of the recent launch of the An Post Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). This service will be available 24/7 and is provided by Spectrum. Life. The company has been engaging with the union and the Occupational Health and Support service, to provide reliable supports through the EAP. Services on offer range … Continued
GSG 07-21 International Women’s Day
We are pleased to bring your attention to International Women’s Day the theme of which this year is “Choose to Challenge”. International Women’s day is an opportunity for us to recognise women’s achievements in work and society. In line with this year’s theme, it is also a time for us to reflect on the challenges … Continued
GSP 08-21 Annual Leave 2021
Given the ongoing impact of COVID 19 we have had further discussions with the Company in relation to the manner in which the taking of annual leave will be managed. Annual leave for employees whose leave year is 1st January to 31 December We previously confirmed agreement that any leave carried over from 2019 into … Continued
GSE 02-21 New Company HR System – Odoo
As you know by now eir introduced a new HR system – Odoo- to replace Core HR in December 2020. The C.W.U. urged caution with its introduction but based on a commercial decision, taken by the company, they proceeded with its implementation. The C.W.U. were told that there would be little or no impact on … Continued
GSG 05-21 AGMs 2021 and Branch Accounts
As outlined in GS Circular 32/20 Branches were advised of the two options which the NEC agreed for conducting Branch AGM’s while we are in the midst of the pandemic. It is clear now that it will not be possible to hold meetings or gatherings until at least September. Therefore, it is important that we … Continued
GSP 07-21 Women’s Panel
Re: NEC Postal Courier Sector- Women’s Reserve seat I refer to GSP 01-21 regarding the vacant seat on the women’s panel on the Postal/Courier NEC. An election took place at the Postal Courier Sector meeting on February 4th with the position ratified at the main executive on February 5th. I am pleased to advise that … Continued
GSG 04-21 General Secretary Position
As previously advised in GS Circular 03/21 the National Executive Council have concluded their deliberations and have agreed the procedure for the filling of the position of General Secretary. Please find below a copy of the advertisement: 11th February 2021. Dear Colleagues, The National Executive Council wishes to invite applications from Communications Workers’ … Continued
GSG 03-21 Retirement of General Secretary
At a National Executive Council meeting last Friday, 5th February 2021, I informed the NEC that my contract as General Secretary will be finished near the end of 2021. My reason for informing the Executive so early in the year is to ensure a smooth handover to my successor following my departure. This should hopefully … Continued
GSP 06-21 WRC Pay Proposal – An Post
I wish to advise that the WRC Pay Proposal – An Post has been accepted in a ballot by the members. Confirmation of this is outlined in the attached correspondence from the Union’s Auditors. The Union will make immediate contact with the Company seeking that it make immediate arrangements to pay the 2.75% pay increase … Continued
GSG 02-21 AGMs 2021
As outlined in GS Circular 32/20 Branches were advised of the two options which the NEC agreed for conducting Branch AGMs while we are in the midst of the pandemic. It is important that we make every effort to ensure the business of the Union is conducted in a timely fashion as set out in … Continued
GSG 01-21 Unionlink Course – Zoom the Basics
The CWU is pleased to introduce our new course on Zoom the Basics which is available on Unionlink our online learning platform. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic we are aware that it is not possible for you to hold AGMs as normal. In that regard virtual meetings will need to be facilitated by Branches and … Continued
GSP 05-21 COVID-19: Health & Safety Measures
As we are well aware at this stage, the COVID-19 pandemic has affected every part of our society and economy. While we have managed to continue to maintain services during this difficult time the priority for the Union at all times is to protect the Health and Safety of our members. The Work Safely Protocol … Continued