IMPACT backs deal despite concerns

THE biennial conference of IMPACT trade union has backed the Croke Park deal on public service pay and reform despite a number of delegates criticising those who negotiated its terms.

The union’s outgoing general secretary, Peter McLoone, told 690 delegates in Kilkenny the deal was a major achievement for everyone who delivers and uses public services, though he added few were “turning cartwheels” at the outcome.

The Irish Medical Organisation yesterday backed the deal. The three teaching unions will announce the outcome of their ballots today.