Gary Hurley 🇪🇺

Trade Union activist, University College Cork. LGBT+ Ally. Passionate about equality, feminism, social justice, and improving working conditions.

[UCC Staff Fantasy Football @UCCFantasyFoot]

Today is the day when we get to post our famous '2 Weeks' picture! The Premier League and FPL kick-off on Friday 15 August. Don't miss out! #Season25

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

ICTU Group met with the chair of the Oireachtas Education Committee Erin McGreehan TD, We discussed several issues such as the ECF, Higher Ed Funding, Apprenticeship Delivery & Delivery and the need for a Stakeholder Forum for Higher Education and how we could support her work.

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

SIPTU supports AMLÉ USI protest on fees and cost of living

SIPTU members stand in full solidarity with students and staff taking part in the protest organised by AMLÉ / USI protest taking place outside Leinster House, at 6.00pm tomorrow (Tuesday, 8th July).

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

The ICTU Further & Higher Education Group met Minister James Lawless TD today. We raised several issues including Higher Education Funding, Apprenticeship Funding & Delivery, the Employment Control Framework & the need for a Stakeholder Forum in Higher Education. @SIPTU @ifut

[UCC Staff Fantasy Football @UCCFantasyFoot]

DID YOU KNOW? Over 24 seasons, we have run 223 monthly leagues. These have produced 96 different champions. 47 managers have multiple monthly titles, ranging from 2 to 11 🏆. Looking forward to Season 25! #FPL #Anniversary

[SIPTU @SIPTU]

End the siege on Gaza. Enact the OTB. #CeasefireNow 🇵🇸

[SIPTU @SIPTU]

New Banner. Same Message. #CeaseFireNow

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

Really great Union Day session in UCC. Informative chats around the Public Services Agreement and T&C’s. A few new members too!

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

SIPTU Divisional Organiser, Adrian Kane & Labour Leader, Ivana Bacik delivered the annual James Connolly addresses today at the Connolly Commemoration.

James Connolly’s family also recited excerpts of his work on housing, conflict and equality which still resonate today.

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

Privilege to attend the USI Congress. A huge thank you to outgoing President Chris Clifford & massive congratulations to Bryan O’Mahony incoming President, who will undoubtedly continue to strengthen the relationship as we set about securing fair conditions for students & workers

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

Another engaging Union Day this time at the DCU Glasnevin Campus. Members and potential members recognising the importance of solidarity and the collective in achieving the Pay Terms in the Public Services Agreement and also locally in improving Terms & Conditions.

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

Fantastic to see that UCD Students have balloted in their referendum to rejoin @TheUSI

@SIPTU looks forward to working with an even stronger Students movement in securing fair conditions for students and workers alike.

Ní neart go cur le chéile

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

SIPTU supports the campaign for UCD to rejoin USI

Collective representation is vital in securing fair conditions for students and workers, and USI plays a crucial role in advocating for the rights of 3rd level students

We encourage UCD students to vote Yes in this referendum.

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

The DCU SIPTU Section was at the @DCUSU Union Fair in Glasnevin today and will be in St Pat’s and the Glasnevin campus for Trade Union Week. Come along and chat about the benefits of joining SIPTU’s Education Sector - Ireland’s largest Union in Further & Higher Education. @SIPTU

[UCC Staff Fantasy Football @UCCFantasyFoot]

ON THE DOUBLE! @GaryAHurley is now a two-time monthly champion, adding the February 2025 title to his January 2017 success. Congratulations 🎉. Who will win our 221st monthly league? March only has two GWs so it will be a fast sprint! Good luck to each of our 145 managers 🏆.

[UCC Staff Fantasy Football @UCCFantasyFoot]

Issue 857 of FANTASY FOOTBALL FRENZY is out, with Virgil van Dijk on the cover. Would he make the all-time Liverpool XI? We have a season summary, cost saving suggestions for Manchester United, the 8 seconds rule, CHATGPT and Last Manager Standing. Enjoy! #Season24 #FPL

[SIPTU @SIPTU]

"The model proposed by BIMM removes job security, employment protections, and stable hours, leaving staff in a far more precarious position.

Of particular concern to our members was BIMM Managements initial refusal to engage with IFUT or the Workplace Relations Commission.

We welcome the recent progress announced in this dispute and hope a fair and sustainable resolution can be found."

- SIPTU Education Sector Organiser, @karlosbyrne

[Karl Byrne @karlosbyrne]

Immediate action required from the EU Commission to deliver collective bargaining rights for Irish and European workers.

[UCC Ireland @UCC]

UCC generates €3.2 million every day for the Irish economy, according to a new independently verified report.

It shows that UCC supports almost 1 in every 13 jobs in Cork city and county, and provides a return of €6 for every €1 of state investment.

https://t.co/oWbtIk8z62

[UCC Ireland @UCC]

Actor and presenter Siobhán McSweeney honoured at UCC Alumni Awards

Derry Girls star among outstanding alumni celebrated @UCCAlumDevel ceremony.

https://t.co/LBnfSvTBlN