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Firefighters to vote on strikes after rejecting pay offer

Firefighters are to vote on strikes after rejecting a 5% pay offer. Members of the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) will be balloted in the coming weeks on whether to launch a campaign of industrial action. If they vote in favour, it threatens the first ...

16 Nov 2022 at 12:53

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Councillors voice their support for Donegal's firefighters

Donegal's firefighters received a boost yesterday (Monday) with unanimous support coming from the members of the Lifford-Stranorlar Municipal District in relation to their decision to take strike action this week. Councillors voiced their ...

13 Jun 2023 at 09:33

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'Their time of need is clearly now' - Leitrim TD backs firefighters amid ongoing strikes

A Leitrim TD has praised local retained firefighters for their dedication amid ongoing strikes in the industry. Members of Ireland's largest trade union, SIPTU, began a campaign of industrial action on June 6 due to a worsening ...

16 Jun 2023 at 09:33

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“Resolve is very strong” as Donegal firefighters resume strike action

Firefighters have escalated their strike action after an interim solution recommended by the Labour Court was rejected. The escalated action began on Wednesday. SIPTU representative for Donegal firefighters Kevin McKinney told ...

26 Jul 2023 at 16:33

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SIPTU to hold national consultation for the escalation of the retained fire services dispute

The SIPTU National Retained Fire Fighter Committee has agreed to undertake a national consultation at all retained fire stations as strike action continues around the country. Following a meeting held yesterday (Tuesday, 1st ...

02 Aug 2023 at 12:33

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Opinion: Our firefighters never let us down and they deserve all our support

The response by the fire service to the recent floods in Donegal is a reminder of the vital service that these people provide. As retained firefighters continue their strike action, it is worth reflecting on how much we ...

04 Aug 2023 at 20:33

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Retained firefighters halt strikes as offer tabled after ‘difficult’ pay talks

Pickets have been lifted at fire stations across Ireland after an offer was made in a dispute over income security for retained firefighters. Talks at the Workplace Relations Commission have yielded a new offer for ...

17 Aug 2023 at 13:53

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Laois pictures confirm escalation of firefighter's strike which management say is 'disproportionate'

'Fire Station Closed' signs replaced picketing firefighters outside the main fire station in Laois as the strike for better pay and conditions escalated on Saturday, August 12. The closure of Portlaoise Fire ...

12 Aug 2023 at 19:33

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Opinion: Our firefighters never let us down and they deserve all our support

04 Aug 2023 at 12:33

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Positions for retained firefighters available in Co Kilkenny

Applications are being invited from qualified persons for retained firefighters at seven fire stations across Co Kilkenny. Kilkenny City, Castlecomer, Graignamanagh, Thomastown, Callan, Urlingford and ...

29 Jan 2024 at 18:33

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Manorhamilton firefighters on the picket as local authorities respond to strike

Members of the Manorhamilton Fire Service were pictured on picket duty at the Manorhamilton Fire Station on Friday in their ongoing dispute about pay and conditions. They were joined on the picket ...

29 Jul 2023 at 10:33

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Fire fighters to resume strike as Labour Court recommendation is rejected

Donegal fire fighters are set to return to the picket line after strike action was suspended to allow for Labour Court discussions. SIPTU Fire fighters across the country have voted by an ...

20 Jul 2023 at 11:33

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