Irwin's Bakery strike postponed

The reprieve came after intensive talks over the past week at Irwin’s Bakery.

Laura Graham, Regional Officer of the Bakers Food and Allied Workers Union said: “The planned Industrial Action due to commence on Wednesday, September 26 has been postponed for six days to facilitate a ballot of our members on a updated offer by the company.

“We are pleased to report the complete removal of any Terms & Conditions of Employment that had been part of the previous offer, which was the removal of Company Sick Pay and a move from weekly to monthly pay. A percentage offer has been tabled along with a full day’s holiday to be taken within the pay award (Aug 18-Jul 19).

“The representatives of this site have worked exceptionally hard to secure a deal that does not further attack hard fought for T&Cs.”

Chief Executive Irwin’s Bakery, Michael Murphy said the firm has been in close liaison with the union with the aim of resolving a query, brought by 42 union members of the workforce.

He added: “With 330 employees, we are committed to ensuring employees are recognised and rewarded fairly - and we hope union members will recognise Irwin’s commitment to working with them. A revised offer has been tabled and I am hopeful we can reach an agreement.”