Sixth union votes to reject Croke Park II

As the membership of yet another union balloted to reject the terms of Croke Park II, the number of unions which have said they will not be bound by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions decision (Ictu) on the deal rose to six.

Last night, the almost 2,000 members of the Medical Laboratory Scientists Association (MLSA) voted 59:41 against accepting the terms. The result was in spite of the fact the union’s executive had recommended acceptance of the Labour Relations Commission proposals.

Next Wednesday, the leaders of the public service unions affiliated to Ictu will vote to decide on an overall public service position on Croke Park II.