The Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPER) this week issued new advice on returning to the workplace after a period of coronavirus-related self-isolation.

The HSE has produced new guidelines aimed at reducing the risk of spreading the coronavirus in residential care settings, including nursing homes.

The HSE has this week confirmed that it is essentially following Department of Public Expenditure and Reform (DPER) guidance on childcare supports for essential workers.

Today is May Day, and Fórsa is celebrating its diverse community of members who are playing their part during the Covid-19 crisis.

Fórsa representative Maria Markey was one of five workers who joined President Michael D Higgins in a wreath-laying ceremony to commemorate International Workers’ Memorial Day last Tuesday.

People working from home during the coronavirus crisis are working longer hours than they normally do, according to a new survey. The study by IrishJobs.ie found that 44% of those working remotely are working more hours.

Today, Friday 1st May, is May Day, a global celebration of working people supported and promoted by the international trade union movement. The first Monday in May is a public holiday in honour of Irish working people and was established in 1994, but the roots of May Day run much deeper. 

These helpful tips and guidance from the Civil Service Employee Assistance Service (CSEAS) can help you with the kids during this time.