More than 120 Fórsa members working in Pobal are to escalate their work-to-rule action which began in early September as pay and grading dispute continues.

The most recent meeting took place on Thursday 23rd October. At the meeting, the IAA, airline operators and An Garda Siochána presented on the ongoing efforts to tackle unruly passenger behaviour in Ireland.

The forum aims to foster the maintenance and improvement of aviation safety and to support the development of a positive aviation safety culture within the aviation community. The agenda covered regulatory developments including air worthiness, ATCO licenses and enforcement of regulations on drones.

Following negotiations with DPER, Fórsa is awaiting a formal offer on the local bargaining claim for clerical officers and grade 3 equivalent roles shaped directly by members’ feedback and priorities.

Held every October, EU Safety Week highlights key issues, best practices and innovations from workplaces all over Europe. This year in Ireland, the focus is on the right to disconnect, combating stress and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI).

The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) has called a national workplace day of action in solidarity with Palestine on Friday 28th November. In advance of the upcoming day of action, Fórsa will host a seminar on economic solidarity with Palestine on Saturday 22nd November.