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Public Sector Pay Standoff Escalates | Cork News
Public sector pay talks have hit a breaking point as the old agreement expires, sparking a standoff between unions and the government. Unions, frustrated by inflation eroding past gains and the government’s delay, are preparing for industrial action, arguing essential workers deserve better. Meanwhile, Minister Jack Chambers insists on fiscal discipline, citing a 12 billion dollar surge in public sector pay since 2020 and a workforce now exceeding 420,000. With no easy compromises in sight, the clock is ticking—and the outcome will reshape public service across the country. Listen in…
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