Unite the union notifies council of continuous strike action starting 6thSeptember 2022. After the breakdown of talks involving all three representative trade unions, Unite, GMB and NIPSA, strike action is now set to proceed at Lisburn and Castlereagh City Council.
Which NI councils are on strike?
The strike is the latest among staff members at Northern Ireland councils and public service organisations: In Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, more than 1,000 council workers are on strike over pay and conditions.
Who is striking in Northern Ireland?
Trade union, Unite confirmed its members at Thales in Northern Ireland have voted in an industrial ballot with a 77.5 percent majority for strike action in pursuit of improved pay.
Is Council strike over in Northern Ireland?
Agreement reached to suspend bin strike at Northern Ireland council.
Are Causeway Coast and Glens Council on strike?
The strike action relates to a dispute over 2021-2022 pay which is negotiated nationally by the National Joint Council (NJC) on behalf of councils in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Can you claim benefits when on strike?
Although strikers are mostly excluded from claiming state benefits, they should be able to continue to receive Working Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.
Are Lisburn and Castlereagh on strike?
“As a response to the improved offer from the council, Unite has agreed to suspend the industrial action from 12.59pm on October 12, 2022 to allow the ballot to take place.”
What percentage of Northern Ireland is unionist?
Voting patterns break down as follows: 2019 Westminster election – unionists 43.2%, nationalists 38.9%, others 17.9% 2017 Westminster election – unionists 49.2%, nationalists 41.2%, others 9.6% 2015 Westminster election – unionists 50.2%, nationalists 38.5%, others 11.2%
Can workers be sacked for striking?
For up to 12 weeks after the industrial action, workers are protected from being sacked due to having gone on strike, and if they are, an unfair dismissal claim can be brought against them at an employment tribunal.
Is Armagh Council still on strike?
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has updated advice to residents following this afternoon’s announcement that industrial action has been suspended.
Is Craigavon council strike over?
A spokesperson for Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and the Joint Trade Unions said: “Following positive negotiations between Management and the Joint Trade Unions an agreement in principle has been reached and approved by Elected Members.
Does going on strike affect your pension?
Does it affect your pension? As employers do not have to pay you while you are on strike, they do not have to pay pension contributions during that period. If employees return to work after the strike, their continuous employment is not affected .
Are Craigavon council still on strike?
A deal has been struck to end strike action at Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council.
Are postal workers on strike in Northern Ireland?
Around 115,000 postal workers – including up to 5,000 in Northern Ireland – are taking part in the strike related to pay and conditions. The Communication Workers Union (CWU) said its members face a “dramatic” reduction in living standards because of the soaring rate of inflation.
Is Peel Recycling still on strike?
Peel Region’s waste collection strike has ended, according to a councillor in the area. Mississauga Ward 10 Coun. Sue McFadden said in an email Thursday that Emterra’s union voted this morning to accept the most recent contract offer they were given, and so workers are back on the job.
Is BCNU going on strike?
Striking BC Nurses’ Union employees have voted to accept a mediated agreement and end job action. MoveUP, the Movement of United Professionals represents the approximately 60 BCNU employees. The strike began in July and stretched out over 126 days.
Do people on strike still get paid?
Workers on strike can expect to lose wages for the time they do not work. However, “pay cannot be deducted from a worker if they were striking on a day they were not scheduled to work“, says Ms Boyde. No-one can be forced to take part in a strike – so a worker can still choose to work if they want to.
Who pays employees during a strike?
Are Workers Paid While on Strike? When a worker chooses to go on strike, that person is not entitled to a normal paycheck from their employer. However, many unions will have a strike fund that will help striking employees meet their basic financial needs.
Do workers receive a wage when they are on strike?
The principle of “no work – no pay” applies. The employer does not have to pay the employees during a strike.
Will the bins be collected in Lisburn tomorrow?
There are currently no holidays scheduled for kerbside collections.
Is Lisburn Antrim or Down?
Lisburn is a market town traditionally in County Antrim north of the River Lagan; a small part lies south of the river in County Down. The counties have been abolished in Northern Ireland so since 2015 it’s been in the “super-district” of Lisburn and Castlereagh.