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Ambulance personnel across the country are currently considering Labour Court proposals aimed at resolving a long-running pay dispute within the National Ambulance Service.    Following years of campaigning, and a 24-hour strike by frontline staff last month, SIPTU and Unite have recommended that members accept proposals which include pay increases for a number of ambulance grades and protections for existing terms and conditions. The recommendations will now go to a ballot of union members.     To discuss what's on offer, what it means for ambulance personnel, and the mood among staff, Alan Morrissey was joined by Midwest Irish Ambulance Representative Council member and Clooney-Quin native Orla Considine, along with Ennis Ambulance Base Shop Steward Finola Croke. Photo (c) SIPTU

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory is joined by Economist with SIPTU, Michael Taft, to discuss the global economic outlook, the impacts the various crises are having on Ireland and the steps our Government (in housing, energy and health) can take to protect people from the worst of a worsening situation. Michael also delves into the issues facing the low and middle-income workers and has a quick-win progressive suggestion for how to address their genuine needs. The Left Unity Debate with Sinn Féin's David Cullinane:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-160123801 The Liam Cunningham Ep 1600 podcast:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-159915188 The Hind Rajab Centre:https://www.ionadhindrajab.org/

Talks at the Labour Court aimed at resolving a pay dispute at the National Ambulance Service will resume this morning. SIPTU has described the discussions as "difficult" and said agreement has not yet been reached. "The Labour Court has asked the parties to return today as a final opportunity to try to resolve the dispute before next week's industrial action, which would involve a 72 hour work stoppage amid an ongoing work to rule according to the Union. The dispute over pay and conditions stems from accusations that the HSE has failure to implement the pay scale recommendations of an independent report in 2020. For their part, Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians and Ambulance staff claim the scope and duties of their roles has expanded in recent times but the pay has not matched this change. To find out the latest, Daragh Dolan was joined by Clooney-Quin based Orla Considine who is on the Midwest Irish Ambulance Representative Council.

Health Care Assistant Martha Buckley on the recent SIPTU survey showing the quality of care for nursing home residents is being undermined by a staffing crisis, a fundraising walk in aid of Cork Penny Dinners, a cause close to the organisers heart, Garda File and Dr Genie answers your pet questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last week, Unite and SIPTU members working for the NAS engaged in a 24-hour stoppage as a result of management's ongoing failure to implement the 2020 ‘Roles and Responsibilities Review'. Government talks are underway today.John McCamley, SIPTU Health Organiser joins Ciara to discuss where things are at the moment, and how the situation could evolve in coming days…

The Labour Court yesterday invited representatives from both the SIPTU and Unite unions to talks today in a bid to resolve the ongoing dispute at the National Ambulance Service. Members began a work to rule on Monday and partook in a twenty four hour work stoppage which ended yesterday morning. John McCamley is SIPTU's Ambulance Sector Organiser and will be attending the talks later and joins Ciara Doherty.

The Labour Court yesterday invited representatives from both the SIPTU and Unite unions to talks today in a bid to resolve the ongoing dispute at the National Ambulance Service. Members began a work to rule on Monday and partook in a twenty four hour work stoppage which ended yesterday morning. John McCamley is SIPTU's Ambulance Sector Organiser and will be attending the talks later and joins Ciara Doherty.

Tá baill de na ceardchumainn Siptu agus Unite, atá ag obair don tSeirbhís Náisiúnta Otharcharanna ar stailc aonlae inniu in aighneas faoi chúrsaí páighe.

The one-day strike by ambulance crews over pay has been in place for just over five hours. Pickets have been placed at ambulance bases around the country as part of the action by members of SIPTU and UNITE. RTÉ Western correspondent Pat McGrath and RTÉ Work and Technology correspondent Brian O'Donovan reported the latest.

Tá baill foirne ón tSeirbhís Náisiúnta Otharcharranna atá mar bhaill dona ceardchumainn Unite agus Siptu i mbun stailce inniu mar gheall ar aighneas idir iad féin agus Feidhmeannacht na Seirbhísí Sláinte agus labhair Brian Ó Fearraigh linn faoin stailc seo agus faoin aighneas.

PJ chats to Natasha Linehan Treacy of the SIPTU Health Division Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears from Damien Sreenan in the 96FM newsroom who spoke to Colin O'Leary SIPTU Shop Steward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Around 250 EMTs, paramedics and advanced paramedics in Kerry have begun industrial action today. Jerry spoke to Mikey Boyle, SIPTU ambulance rep in Kerry.

Chris Moran, paramedic in Dublin South Central; Briain Smyth, CEO of Irish Rural Link; Rory Hawkins, SIPTU organiser at the picket line; Martin Daly (Fianna Fáil) and David Cullinane (Sinn Féin)

The National Ambulance Service has warned that today's 24-hour strike by SIPTU and Unite members will severely impact emergency response times, with over half of staff unavailable. Speaking to Anton was Conor Deasy, President of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine. 

The National Ambulance Service has warned that today's 24-hour strike by SIPTU and Unite members will severely impact emergency response times, with over half of staff unavailable. Speaking to Anton was Conor Deasy, President of the Irish Association of Emergency Medicine. 

Brian O'Donovan, Work and Technology Correspondent, reports on the work-to-rule by Unite and SIPTU members of the National Ambulance Service.

PJ talks to John McCamley of SIPTU to find out what will happen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There could be delays to some non-emergency ambulance call outs from today. A work-to-rule by workers in the National Ambulance Service is getting underway today. Members of SIPTU and Unite are taking the industrial action because their pay rates are "out of kilter" with other health professionals. They say frontline staff have taken on major increases in responsibility and qualifications, but that agreed recommendations on pay and career structures have still not been implemented. The HSE says contingency plans are in place and insists substantial pay proposals have already been made. Alan Morrissey spoke about all of this with SIPTU Ambulance Sector Organiser John McCamley. Image © Pat Flynn

Strike action begins today among some members of the National Ambulance Service. UNITE and Siptu members commence a work to rule today with a twenty four hour work stoppage beginning tomorrow. Speaking to Anton was Eoin Drummey is a Regional Officer in Waterford with the UNITE Union.

Close to 2,000 National Ambulance Service members of UNITE and SIPTU began industrial action from 8am this morning, over a dispute with the Government regarding pay for ambulance staff.People who require an ambulance have been told they should still call 999/112, but those experiencing cardiac or respiratory arrest, as well as serious injuries, will be prioritised.The HSE has said the ability of the National Ambulance Service to respond to requests for help will be “significantly impacted”.Stephen McMahon is Co-Founder & Director of the Irish Patients' Association and joins Ciara to discuss.

Strike action begins today among some members of the National Ambulance Service. UNITE and Siptu members commence a work to rule today with a twenty four hour work stoppage beginning tomorrow. Speaking to Anton was Eoin Drummey is a Regional Officer in Waterford with the UNITE Union.

It's time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Frank Connolly Investigate journalist, writer and former head of Communications with SIPTU.

It's time for "Did You See”. Where we take a closer look at some of the stories you may have missed in the news this morning. Joining Anton this morning was Frank Connolly Investigate journalist, writer and former head of Communications with SIPTU.

PJ talks to John McCamley, Sector Organizer with SIPTU tells PJ that promises made around pay just haven't been delivered and his members can't wait any longer with living costs soaring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Around 2,000 ambulance personnel — including paramedics, EMTs and specialist paramedics — are set to take strike action next month in a long-running dispute over pay and working conditions. The action, organised by SIPTU, will begin with a 24-hour stoppage on May 12th, with further escalations planned later in the month and into June. The union says its members have seen significant changes in their roles and responsibilities over the past two decades, without those changes being properly reflected in pay. To find out more Alan Morrissey was joined by John McCamley, SIPTU Health Organiser. Image © Pat Flynn

Ambulance workers in SIPTU will take strike action next month following a years-long dispute over updated salary scales. Speaking to Anton this morning was John McCamley, SIPTU Ambulance Sector Organiser.

Ambulance workers in SIPTU will take strike action next month following a years-long dispute over updated salary scales. Speaking to Anton this morning was John McCamley, SIPTU Ambulance Sector Organiser.

PJ talks to Adrian Kane from SIPTU who says that the priority now is helping families with soaring fuel costs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PJ hears SIPTU's argument that the 9% VAT rate for food businesses should be dropped to pay for fuel help, has a laugh with Doireann Garrihy, learns about ADHD from the authors of "Have I Got Your Attention" And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The union representing childcare workers is warning that the sector is at breaking point, with a growing staffing crisis and more than 40,000 children now on waiting lists for places. SIPTU says up to €45 million in State funding earmarked for pay increases is at risk, as employers continue to engage in negotiations. The union has described the situation as unacceptable, warning that low pay is driving staff out of the sector—and that stronger action may be on the horizon if talks don't begin soon. To discuss this, Alan Morrissey was joined by Noel Mulderrig, Co-Owner of Kidz Haven in Shannon, and Diane Jackson, SIPTU organiser. Image © Alamy via Canva

PJ talks about this and other results from a SIPTU survey with John McCamley of the union. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Despite resolving an issue over permanent contracts for graduate paramedics, SIPTU have warned industrial action over pay and conditions remains “inevitable”. All to discuss with John McCamley, Siptu Health Organiser.

Despite resolving an issue over permanent contracts for graduate paramedics, SIPTU have warned industrial action over pay and conditions remains “inevitable”. All to discuss with John McCamley, Siptu Health Organiser.

PJ talks to John McCamley of SIPTU about a row over full time positions for our hard working paramedics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kevin Reynolds, SIPTU Union Rep in RTÉ, outlines why staff members in the trade union are voting on a motion of no confidence in RTÉ management and the organisation's strategy.

Health Care Assistants may go on strike next month unless the HSE comes to the table for talks on working conditions. 95% of SIPTU staff in the Home Support Service have voted for industrial action, up to an including strikes. They say it's due to the employer's failure to honour improvements in terms and conditions which were agreed 8 years ago. Services in Clare, Limerick, Cork, Kerry and Donegal could all be affected if a strike goes ahead. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by SIPTU Organiser, Graham Macken. Image (c) Kzenon via Canva

Paul Byrne talks to Natasha Lenihan Treacy from SIPTU about why strike notice has been served Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on Galway Talks with John Morley:  9am-10am Michael D Higgin's 14 year term has come to an end as he hands over the reins to fellow Galwegian Catherine Connolly   400 SIPTU delegates gathering in Galway for national conference   88% increase homes on Airbnb in Gaeltacht areas - we hear how this could affect the Irish language  10am-11am Calls for action against hate and violence after threat to Galway Mosque  Charity Concert for Galway Speeders   Garda slot   11am-12pm New interactive dance theatre experience comes to Loughrea   Evergreen slot 

PJ talks to Sharon Creegan of SIPTU about what can be done to protect frontline staff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Public transport workers have claimed that antisocial and abusive behaviour has increased across the network. A survey by Siptu of over 200 members also reveals employee concern about progress on a government commitment to set up a dedicated transport police force. We discuss further with John Murphy, SIPTU Transport sector Organiser.

Budget 2026 has been fully revealed today, and with it, the Government's decision to drop VAT rates to 9% in the Hospitality sector.Joining Kieran to discuss this is Paul Gallagher Chief Executive of the Irish Hotel Federation and Michael Taft, Researcher at SIPTU.

SIPTU members employed by Shannon Heritage DAC have voted overwhelmingly to support a proposal to ballot for industrial action at Bunratty Castle and Folk Park. To find out more, SIPTU Organiser Rachel Keane joined Daragh Dolan on Monday's Morning Focus.

It's being suggested Clare County Council's winter maintenance programme could be significantly impacted if workers agree to go on strike. The local authority's outdoor staff are to be balloted for industrial action within the next two weeks as part of an escalation in a dispute with management. SIPTU, which represents those being balloted, claims the action is a result of "management's refusal to engage with the State's own industrial dispute resolution system", and that the issue stems from vehicle usage policies including parking arrangements. SIPTU Organiser Arek Muszynski has been telling Clare FM's Seán Lyons the local authority hasn't engaged appropriately.

The automotive parts manufacturer has plants in Abbeyfeale and Mallow and is one of the biggest employers in the south-west. It employs more than 400 people in Abbeyfeale alone. There are concerns that there may be significant job losses with the news that some production is being transferred to China. Jerry spoke to SIPTU organiser Rory Hawkins.

After a tricky few weeks for the FAI, their CEO David Courell sat down with OTB's Nathan Murphy on Friday. Together they discussed the future of embattled senior men's manager Heimir Hallgrimsson, the pay dispute involving former WNT boss Eileen Gleeson, and the ongoing row with SIPTU.

Employees at Clare County Council are beginning industrial action today, over what they claim is the management's failure to comply with agreed national dispute resolution procedures. SIPTU members working with the local authority are engaging in a work to rule after grievances were raised over two telematics policies outlined last year. SIPTU Industrial Organiser, Arek Muszynski, claims both policies have been implemented too hastily while also labelling them as 'intrusive'. He says it's a dispute that should have been easily resolved.

Blake Boland from Dublin Bus joins Lunchtime Live to explain the nature of this antisocial abuse and behaviour across the Dublin Bus network. Suzanne O'Connor from SIPTU's Respect Transport Workers programme also discusses the toll it's taking on drivers and staff.Listen here.

Beidh agóid ar siúl ag an ngrúpa SIPTU inniu, ar an gCeathrú Rua, agus éileamh dhá dhéanamh acu go mbrisfeadh Údarás na hOllscoile gach nasc le hIosrael agus lena cuid ollscoileanna.

SIPTU representatives have called for urgent meetings with Bus Éireann over increased incidents of anti-social behaviour on one of its Limerick City services resulting in serious damage to buses and endangerment to workers in recent days. Drivetime's John Cooke tells us more.