Civil service bereavement leave increased
by Bernard Harbor
Civil servants whose spouse or partner has passed away are to see their bereavement leave increased from five to 20 days following agreement between IMPACT and civil service management. Bereavement leave on the loss of other close family members – such as parents or siblings – has also been increased from three to five days.
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Gender pay gap disclosure sought
by Lughan Deane
IMPACT wants the Irish Government to introduce regulations requiring employers to disclose information on the gender pay gap in their organisations. The call came after similar regulations were drafted in the UK, where they are set to come into effect in April.
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Health professionals make their points
by Linda Kelly and Bernard Harbor
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The outcomes of a recent IMPACT roundtable forum for health and social care professionals are to be compiled into a report to inform union strategy in the sector. The event attracted over 50 professionals from a range of disciplines, and the union is inviting others to submit their views on the subjects covered at the forum.
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New union would strengthen workers’ hand
by Bernard Harbor
Union leaders believe the creation of a new 80,000-strong organisation – involving IMPACT, the CPSU and the PSEU – could significantly enhance workers’ strength in negotiations, while improving services available to union members.
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