Fórsa is supporting research examining the workplace experiences of people and their partners who have experienced early pregnancy loss and is encouraging members to take part in a survey to assist with this.  

The Department of Education has agreed changes to the Special Needs Assistants (SNA) job-sharing scheme in respect of working hours, following continuous pressure from Fórsa on the matter.

A senior delegation of Fórsa travelled to Washington DC last week for a seven-day visit, during which they had a series of meetings with US unions and political and employer representatives.

The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) has issued a response to the Government's publication of a proposed overhaul of the jobseekers benefit system which could change the payment structure to make it directly proportional to the recipient’s previous earnings.

Concerning reports from charities and food banks in recent weeks show women are being forced to choose between food and buying period products.