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  • Government buildings
    14
    Jul 2026

    End costly gimmicks and deliver a workers' budget, urges Irish Congress of Trade Unions

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has said that the Government must end “gimmicks and giveaways” and deliver a workers' budget, as part of its pre...
  • Gaza Protest
    08
    Jul 2026

    Government must press for release of imprisoned Gaza doctor - Trade unions

    News
    Trade unions in Ireland have urged the Irish Government to use all available diplomatic channels to secure the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, a...
  • EU flag
    03
    Jul 2026

    Irish presidency must end ‘bank of mum and dad’ traineeships

    News
    Trade unions are calling on the Irish government to use its presidency of the European Union to ensure that young people from all backgrounds can take...
  • Beach scene
    25
    Jun 2026

    Workers reminded of right to switch off this summer

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has reminded workers of their right to disconnect from work applies while on annual leave this summer. With school...
  • EU flag European union
    24
    Jun 2026

    Good jobs must be at the heart of Ireland’s EU presidency, says ICTU

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has called on the Government to put workers’ rights and the creation of good, secure jobs at the centre of Ireland...
  • Aviva Stadium Dublin
    23
    Jun 2026

    “Unconscionable” for Ireland to fulfil Israel fixtures – trade unions

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has today called on the FAI not to fulfil Ireland's forthcoming football fixtures against Israel. The call came...
  • O'Connell Street Jim Larkin
    19
    Jun 2026

    Irish Congress of Trade Unions backs Moore Street master plan

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has announced its support for the Moore Street Master Plan, as proposed by the Moore Street Preservation Trust...
  • Older worker laptop
    18
    Jun 2026

    Unions welcome strengthening of workers’ rights on retirement age

    News
    The Irish Congress of Trade Unions has welcomed the signing of the commencement order for the Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Act 2025 by...
  • pink door new
    16
    Jun 2026

    British and Irish unions condemn “repugnant acts of hate on our streets”

    News
    After horrendous far-right violence in the UK and Ireland, the European Trade Union Confederation is convening unions in Dublin to discuss a plan to...
  • Budget
    15
    Jun 2026

    ICTU warns Government that Budget 2027 must deliver for workers

    News
    The Government must deliver a Budget for workers or risk industrial unrest, the Irish Congress of Trade Unions has warned ahead of today’s National...
  • David Joyce speaking at the ILO 2026
    10
    Jun 2026

    Speech at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference

    News
    Speech delivered by David Joyce at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference. President and Vice Presidents of the Conference...
  • Government buildings
    09
    Jun 2026

    ICTU response to Government's proposed removal of triple lock

    News
    Commenting on the Cabinet approval for the Defence Amendment Bill, Irish Congress of Trade Unions General Secretary Owen Reidy said: "Ireland's strong...

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