Public service pay talks at the Workplace Relations Commission are at a critical juncture after 11 days of negotiations. Talks are continuing today as members receive this edition of Fórsa’s members’ news bulletin.
It was agreed that the Local Government Management Authority (LGMA) will issue a formal response to documentation provided by Fórsa on ICT structure and grading, and will provide a final draft paper on continuous professional development.
The Local Government Management Authority (LGMA) has released its finalised ‘People Strategy’ for 2026 to 2031. The document is described as both a workplan for strategic HR initiatives in the sector and a ‘template’ for local authority HR staff as they develop their own local strategies.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month so we’re taking the opportunity to remind branches that they can avail of workplace education and awareness sessions, thanks to BCI and Cornmarket.
Fórsa’s Health and Safety Committee hosted the event Managing Psychosocial Risks in the Workplace in Nerney’s Court bringing together workplace reps, branch officers, and officials to take on the dangers to mental health and wellbeing in the workplace.
Fórsa's International Solidarity Committee has recommended €410,000 in funding to support girls denied access to secondary education in Afghanistan and communities devastated by severe flooding in Nepal.
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) is inviting migrant and minority ethnic members to build their leadership skills and strengthen the fight against workplace racism and discrimination.
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