Brian O'Donovan

Work & Technology Correspondent

SIPTU Labor Union sign on the office building, Eden Quay, Dublin, Ireland, October 24th 2024

SIPTU threatens strike action at home care provider

SIPTU members working in Blanchardstown and Inner City Home Care in Dublin have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action in a dispute over pay.

Ireland • 09 Mar

NUJ members in RTÉ balloted on future strategy

Members of the National Union of Journalists in RTÉ are being asked to vote on whether they have confidence in RTÉ's New Direction Strategy.

Ireland • 09 Mar

A businesswoman sitting at an office desk

Fall in female board representation in ISEQ 20 companies

The proportion of women represented on the boards of ISEQ 20 companies has fallen from 42% to 40%, according to new research.

Business • 09 Mar

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New EU-wide 'one-stop-shop' for business information

Legislation has been signed for Ireland's participation in a new EU-wide 'one-stop-shop' for business information.

Business • 06 Mar

More women working in construction is essential - CIF

The Construction Industry Federation had called for sustained strong leadership to further grow the number of women employed in the sector.

Ireland • 06 Mar

Wooden figures and piles of coins to indicate the gender pay gap

Men expect to earn €11k more than women - IrishJobs

New research from hiring platform IrishJobs shows that based on their role, skills and experience, men expect a median salary of €64,000, compared to €53,000 for women, a 17% gap in pay expectations.

Business • 06 Mar