Ireland's first Trade Union week begins today. It will see thousands of workers across the island taking part in events and activities over the next seven days.
It will see thousands of workers across the island taking part in events and activities over the next seven days.
There will be activities in schools, colleges and universities, as well as information stalls, public talks and film screenings. "Our aim for Trade Union Week is to show those yet to join a union the huge benefits that exist in collective action and bargaining," Mr Reidy said. The INTO has designed a series of lesson plans covering issues such as the history of the trade union movement and the protection of workers' rights.
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