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Join a trade union that wins - join Fórsa! Representing workers in public service, private sector, state agencies & community and voluntary sector. https://linktr.ee/forsaunion for Fórsa links go.bsky.app/7qXuGyy Irish trade unions starter pack

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Nov 20

Getting in on these starter packs. We're a small but growing corner of Blue Sky Ireland - all things workers' rights and a better Ireland for all!

Let us know if you want to be added.

go.bsky.app/7qXuGyy

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 5d

For everyone facing #StormAmy, please make sure you keep safe, follow the official guidance for your area, and talk to your local Fórsa reps if you have any concerns.

Here's the guidance from the National Directorate of Fire & Emergency Management: www.gov.ie/en/departmen...

Local response teams preparing for challenging conditions in affected counties

www.gov.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 6d

We're at the Dáil emergency protest for the Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza, demanding their safety.

We've no updates on Fórsa member Donna Schwarz since losing contact. But we know she'd want this message out:

Words are not enough. End the genocide and let the aid in!

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 7d

We also join Donna in her demand for an end to the genocide and for everyone to keep their eyes on Gaza.

That is the purpose of their mission and we applaud their bravery. We stand with you Donna.

Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 7d

The Global Sumud Flotilla to Gaza is being intercepted by Israeli forces

We again reiterate our call to global leaders, including Ireland, to do everything they can to ensure the safety & release of all participants

Video is from Fórsa member Donna Schwarz who is still sailing as we post this.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 7d

Yes, we will be there as we have always been.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 12d

Update from the Flotilla to Gaza, by Fórsa member Donna Schwarz who is onboard.

We demand the safety of everyone on the flotilla which has come under attack. And as we always have stood for - we demand humanitarian aid into Gaza and an end to the genocide.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 13d

What a celebration across schools today for SNA Appreciation Day, the second one ever.

We were sent a huge amount of photos from across Ireland, so these are just a snapshot!

They deserve every bit of recognition for their incredibly valuable work #SNAAppreciationDay

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 16d

🇵🇸 🇮🇪 Extraordinary bravery by Fórsa member Donna Schwarz. She's part of the civilian flotilla sailing to Gaza.

We demand her safety and the safety of everyone onboard. And that their call - an end to the genocide - is finally acted on by global leaders.

An-bhródúil as tu, Donna.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 21d

Busy busy busy at #Ploughing2025!

Come find us in the Education & Business Hub, stand 511. Lots of merch and chats to be had!

And an amazing competition for young people to enter as well.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 22d

Is #SpeirGorm at the ploughing? We are!

For the second year running, we're at #Ploughing2025 to talk all things trade unions. You can find us in the Education & Business Hub, stand 511.

We've free merch and lots of chats 💚

3 forsa staff memebrs at a stand with a banner behind them with a cow and a slogan saying don't get liked at work

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 28d

Why should you join a trade union?

Because on your own, you can't:

✅Protect remote working
✅Fight for a 4 day working week
✅Win better wages, work life balance, and working conditions
✅Demand physical and mental safety at work

#JoinAUnion

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EPSU @epsu.bsky.social · 29d

👉🏾 Tomorrow, @vonderleyen.ec.europa.eu will address the EU Parliament with her SOTEU speech.

📣 She received a very clear message in a statement signed by 470 organisations: We need rules to protect people and environment!

You can't sell our protections for profit!
www.epsu.org/article/470-...

470 organisations united against the deregulation campaign ahead of von der Leyen’s State of the Union speech

Hundreds of trade unions and NGOs made a joint statement against von der Leyen's deregulation campaign that takes centre stage in Commission’s strategy.

www.epsu.org

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 29d

📌 Ibec appoints AIB chief executive Colin Hunt as president www.irishtimes.com/business/202...
📌 HSA to target forestry sector in new safety focus www.rte.ie/news/2025/09...

Ibec appoints AIB chief executive Colin Hunt as president

Mr Hunt takes over from Meta Ireland head Anne O’Leary

www.irishtimes.com

Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 29d

📌 Warning of 'severe impact' on Labour Court hearings after deputy chair's reappointment 'blocked' www.rte.ie/news/busines...
📌 Dublin Fire Brigade industrial action suspended www.dublinlive.ie/news/dublin-...
📌 One in three Irish women have no retirement savings, www.irishtimes.com/business/wor...

Warning of 'severe impact' on Labour Court hearings

The Labour Court has told lawyers it is facing a "severe impact" on its operations after the Department of Public Expenditure "blocked" the reappointment of a senior official, leaving it running at on...

www.rte.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 29d

📌 Budget 2026: Inheritance tax, no VAT cut for hotels and a childcare action plan www.thejournal.ie/budget-2026-...

📌 TUC leader attacks Nigel Farage for ‘selling out’ workers www.irishnews.com/news/uk/tuc-...

Budget 2026: Inheritance tax, no VAT cut for hotels and a childcare action plan

Harris says government has ‘no intention’ of extending VAT rate cut to hoteliers.

www.thejournal.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · 29d

Here’s a handy round-up of trade union and worker news over the past few days.

Kicking off with a story you may have heard about…

📌 School secretary and caretaker strike withdrawn after 'breakthrough in discussions’ www.rte.ie/news/educati...

School strike withdrawn after agreement 'breakthrough'

Fórsa has withdrawn strike action by school secretaries and caretakers after an agreement was reached at the Workplace Relations Commission last night to engage in a process to resolve the dispute.

www.rte.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 6

Polling on support for the school secretaries and caretakers . 82% in favour- overwhelming support across all demographics!

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 5

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 5

To School Secretaries & Caretakers: What a win. What a moment.

This is all yours - your campaign, your achievement. Without your determination & relentless organisation, we could never have gotten to this point.

Your pursuit of fairness & equal treatment has defined this strike.

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 5

📢Strike Withdrawn - well done to secretaries & caretakers!!

After agreement at the WRC with:

- Commitment to negotiate comparable pension entitlements
- Discussions on caretakers' pay framework
- Access to bereavement, sick & acute illness protocols

www.rte.ie/news/educati...

Fórsa withdraws school secretary and caretaker strike

Fórsa has withdrawn strike action by school secretaries and caretakers after an agreement was reached at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) to bring the dispute to an end.

www.rte.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 5

An update before the weekend for school secretaries and caretakers.

Please rest, stay strong, and well done after a truly historic week of strikes! #PensionParity

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 4

6 days of strikes and yet secretaries & caretakers are still fighting for their rights with incredible energy

A special shout out to people on picket lines by themselves or in isolated areas, and in the rain. You're showing the government what a force you all are! #PensionParity

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 3

"We've had strong expressions of support from 40 Government representatives so far, incl 29 TDs, 1 minister, a minister of state, 4 senators & 3 MEPs" said
@apike1

"Nevertheless, strikes continues because the silence from Government remains absolute"

www.rte.ie/news/ireland...

Strong political support for school secretaries - Fórsa

Fórsa, the trade union representing striking school secretaries and caretakers, has said a growing number of Government TDs, Senators and MEPs have pledged their support for the school staff.

www.rte.ie

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 2

4 days of strikes for pension parity =
1 major national rally
5 huge regional rallies
2,000 school picket lines
Every local government TD office picketed

And this will go one for weeks, even months, if needed. #PensionParity

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Fórsa trade union @forsatradeunion.bsky.social · Sep 1

Third day of strikes, and first day everyone is outside schools. Parents, school staff, students, and communities - all rallying behind caretakers and secretaries!

Tomorrow, they're outside their local TDs’ constituency offices. Join them from 11am #PensionParity

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