GSG 06-26 Retirement of National Officer – Cormac Ó Dálaigh
24/February/2026
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I write to advise you that our colleague, Cormac Ó’Dálaigh, National Officer, retires with his final day in the office this Friday.
Beginning his career in the Posts & Telegraphs (P&T), Cormac joined the organisation as a postman in September 1983, starting in Sherriff Street before transferring in 1989 to Rathmines Delivery Office — proudly regarded as Dublin’s premier delivery office.
His commitment to union representation emerged early. In 1990, he joined the local committee in Rathmines and was office representative in 1997. His leadership expanded further in 2000 when he was elected Vice Chair of the Dublin Postal Delivery Branch, a role that also encompassed serving as Welfare Officer. That same year, he was elected to the National Executive Council (NEC), winning re‑election at every conference until his appointment as a National Officer.
Throughout his tenure on the NEC, Cormac served on every subcommittee, with particular enjoyment and pride in his many years on the Education Committee. His dedication to the union was recognised nationally when he was elected Vice President of the Communication Workers’ Union in 2010 in Wexford, followed by his election as CWU President in 2012 in Galway.
Following a secondment to CWU Headquarters to cover long‑term sick leave, he was appointed a National Officer in 2015, having responsibility for the Postal and Courier sector which he served with distinction until his retirement.
Outside the Job
Outside of his professional duties, Cormac has always been deeply involved in community-focused work and advocacy. He has managed football teams, bringing leadership and mentorship to local sport. He served for many years on the Board of Management of Scoil Bhríde in Ranelagh, contributing to the governance and development of the school community.
He is also the Chairman of Transfusion Positive, an organisation that advocates on behalf of individuals impacted by the State‑caused Hepatitis C virus. His work in this area reflects his long-standing commitment to justice, support, and fair treatment for those affected by systemic failings.
In all of his activities he has cultivated great relationships with members, representatives and management, utilising his excellent communication skills of story-telling and great humour.
We wish Cormac, Myra and sons Seán & Fionn every good health in retirement and acknowledge with deep appreciation his long and loyal service to the Communications Workers’ Union.
Mar a deir an seanfhocal, “Tá neart san aontacht” — agus is léir gur neartaigh sé an ceardchumann agus muid uile trína chuid oibre agus a dhíograis thar na blianta. Le dea-ghuí don todhchaí, go n-éireoidh leis ar an mbóthar.