The proportion of students wearing masks in schools could be increased through the use of better public health information, Fórsa has said.

Fórsa hosted up to 800 members at last Saturday’s #RespectForSNAs seminar. The online event focused on minimum educational qualifications for special needs assistants (SNAs), the need for continuing professional development and how best to train and prepare SNAs to support students.

Over 80% of workers want to work remotely, either some or all of the time, according to a new survey from the Central Statistics Office (CSO).

Trade unions have welcomed the announcement of planned new measures, which would see the childcare sector receive increased public funding along with other reforms. 

Public service employers have been advised that staff should return to home working unless it is necessary for them to attend the workplace in person.

Fórsa’s North Dublin/North Leinster SNA branch has taken steps to make information more accessible to people experiencing domestic violence. 

The union that represents Ireland’s shop workers has appealed to the public to respect retail staff over the Christmas period. 

Trade unions have played a key role in An Post’s success in achieving a ‘zero’ gender pay gap, according to the company’s chief executive.