Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 November 2004
210 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the progress in regard to the labour relations discussion with An Post; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28005/04]
View answerAs outlined previously to the House, An Post management and the main union in An Post, the Communications Workers Union have been participating in negotiations under the auspices of the Labour Relations Commission aimed at reaching agreement on cost-saving measures to address the company's financial situation. It is my understanding that the union in question is currently considering the proposals which emerged from the negotiations. It would not be appropriate for me to comment further on proposals discussed at the Labour Relations Commission.
I have also been informed that the Labour Court issued a recommendation on issues in dispute with the Association of Higher Civil and Public Servants, the union representing management grades in An Post, on Friday, 7 October. This recommendation is now being implemented by both parties. I understand that negotiations are ongoing with other unions representing An Post employees.
