Intent: To highlight that a survey of pig producers showed that nearly half would be forced to consider exiting the sector if suitable employees are not available in the short-term.::To highlight that this would be a potential loss of €623m to the national economy and a potential reduction of €396m in annual exports.::To make Government aware that the Irish pig sector is facing a critical challenge as it grapples with acute shortages of skilled workers, which is negatively impacting on productivity, growth, and the overall health of the industry::To urgently seek an allocation of work permits for the sectors including pig, horticulture, dairy, and poultry. A submission has been made to the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment on these critical issues.::To ensure the continued sustainable growth of the Irish pig sector, collaborative efforts from stakeholders, policymakers and Government are essential, so that pig farmers can continue to source quality suitable employees for their far
Intent: To raise awareness of the need for improving air quality standards in indoor settings and the solutions that are available
Details: Engagement on the importance of ventilation in indoor settings and the role that air management can play in reducing the spread of airborne illnesses
Details: Critical Skills Employment Permits: Increased processing time for permits is causing difficulties for our membership in terms of recruiting accountants from outside of the EU
Details: Critical Skills Employment Permits: Meeting with government officials to discuss solutions to the difficulties currently being experienced as a result of increased processing time of employment permits
Intent: Ensure awareness of current issues encountered in the course of the nominations process.::Secure commitments to ensure an adequate number of suitable candidates come forward for future competitions.
Details: Nomination of an Ordinary member of the Labour Court
