Dunnes ‘leaving staff in limbo’

THE union representing workers in Dunnes Stores, has criticised the retailer for leaving its staff in limbo as to whether a takeover is imminent by another retailer.

Mandate said a lot of workers feared for their futures, especially in the run up to Christmas and said some form of clarification was necessary as soon as possible.

Mandate assistant general secretary, Gerry Light said: “Dunnes has given their staff no consideration during this week of intensive rumours of the potential sale of the company. During a time when there is a legal requirement for companies to provide formal structures for information and consultation with employees, Dunnes has chosen to completely ignore this obligation,” said Mr Light.