Robert Troy

Legislative change

Re-opening of Car Showrooms which comply with all relevant HSE/HSA Guidelines, initially on an appointment only and 'click and collect' basis with a view to fully re-opening once conditions allow.

Congress requested a meeting with the Minister to set out proposed solutions to address the above matters

Introduction of new legislation

Ensure understanding of the business position on the implications for businesses and the State arising from recommendations on redundancy and insolvency

Congress requesting Minister to give full consideration to these proposals which if implemented would serve to address the current inadequate protections afforded to workers in circumstances of insolvency

Four day week - seeking support for a campaign for a steady, managed and gradual transition to a shorter working week. Providing information on Fórsa's campaign.

Introduction of an appropriate Wage Subsidy Scheme

Clearer definitions in the language of the Act, raising concerns about cross-border employees who had been laid off

Changes to the General Scheme that provide increased mobility, better protections for workers, access to system for undocumented workers and reduce labour market segregation

Seeking to retain the voluntarist nature of industrial relations in Ireland, including in relation to Joint Labour Committees.

To convey the concerns of the tourism and hospitality sector regarding current legislation and any change to legislation. Including change to ethnic chef work permits. As the restaurant sector had been able to avail of chef work permits for a number of years and had sought…

To amend relevant provisions within the legislation, with a view to reflecting business concerns

Create a more rational, responsive and clear framework for employment permits in Ireland

Changes to the General Scheme that provide increased mobility, better protections for workers, access to system for undocumented workers and reduce labour market segregation