BNM unions support decision by ESB to continue to use peat to fuel power stations
The Bord na Móna (BNM) Group of Unions has stated its support for an ESB decision to maintain a supply agreement with the company for peat to fuel its power stations in Shannonbridge, County Offaly, and Lough Ree, County Longford, after 2019.
Bord na Móna Group of Unions Secretary and SIPTU Organiser, John Regan, said: “While the ESB decision to extend the supply agreement with Bord na Móna beyond 2019 provides greater security for our members it does not soften their opposition to the pay cutting agenda being pushed by management.”
He added: “These changes, which the company is describing as a transformation, will only be successful if proper regard is given to ensuring agreements relating to workers’ terms and conditions of employment are fully respected. An alternative to reducing workers pay will also have to be found.”
Representatives of the BNM Group of Unions are currently engaged in a talks process with management at the Labour Relations Commission concerning proposed changes at the company.
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