Menu
20/12/2022
Health Care Works Deserve Fair Pay – SF
Nurses and health and social care workers should have fair pay and safe conditions, Sinn Féin MLA Colm Gildernew has said.
Speaking as nurses begin their second day of strike action, the party's health spokesperson said the British government should get on with delivering a fair pay offer.
Colm Gildernew said: "Our nurses and health workers shouldn't have been forced onto the streets to take strike action in the freezing cold for fair pay and conditions.
"They should have fair pay and conditions for the amazing work that they do, particularly as the cost of living continues to rise.
"Without fair pay and safe working conditions, it becomes much more difficult to retain skilled health and social care workers. That needs to be addressed.
"The British government needs to get on with delivering a fair pay award for our nurses and health workers now.
"I want to offer Sinn Féin's support to our nurses, and to all health workers, who are on the picket lines for fair pay and better conditions."
Speaking as nurses begin their second day of strike action, the party's health spokesperson said the British government should get on with delivering a fair pay offer.
Colm Gildernew said: "Our nurses and health workers shouldn't have been forced onto the streets to take strike action in the freezing cold for fair pay and conditions.
"They should have fair pay and conditions for the amazing work that they do, particularly as the cost of living continues to rise.
"Without fair pay and safe working conditions, it becomes much more difficult to retain skilled health and social care workers. That needs to be addressed.
"The British government needs to get on with delivering a fair pay award for our nurses and health workers now.
"I want to offer Sinn Féin's support to our nurses, and to all health workers, who are on the picket lines for fair pay and better conditions."
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
22 November 2024
SF Calls For Action On NI Mental Health Services
Sinn Féin has called for more to be done to improve mental health services across the north of Ireland. The party's mental health spokesperson, MLA Órlaithí Flynn, made the call after the release of the Registrar General's 2023 Annual Report which has highlighted an increase in deaths by suicide in 2023.
SF Calls For Action On NI Mental Health Services
Sinn Féin has called for more to be done to improve mental health services across the north of Ireland. The party's mental health spokesperson, MLA Órlaithí Flynn, made the call after the release of the Registrar General's 2023 Annual Report which has highlighted an increase in deaths by suicide in 2023.
19 November 2024
World AMR Awareness Week: Call To Preserve Antibiotics
In light of World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 November), local residents are being reminded of the critical importance of preserving the effectiveness of antibiotics. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern, as bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to the antibiotics designed to combat them.
World AMR Awareness Week: Call To Preserve Antibiotics
In light of World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 November), local residents are being reminded of the critical importance of preserving the effectiveness of antibiotics. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern, as bacteria are becoming increasingly resistant to the antibiotics designed to combat them.
19 November 2024
Department Of Health Encourages Self-Care This Winter
The Department of Health is urging people to take steps to care for their health and well-being, especially during the winter months. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt emphasised the importance of self-care, particularly for older adults and individuals with long-term health conditions.
Department Of Health Encourages Self-Care This Winter
The Department of Health is urging people to take steps to care for their health and well-being, especially during the winter months. Health Minister Mike Nesbitt emphasised the importance of self-care, particularly for older adults and individuals with long-term health conditions.
14 November 2024
Health Minister Seeks Urgent Talks On Pay
The Health Minister has confirmed that he has requested an early meeting with health service trade unions to discuss next steps on pay offers for 2024/25. Due to Northern Ireland's budgetary constraints, the Minister is unable to deliver the desired pay settlements for this year.
Health Minister Seeks Urgent Talks On Pay
The Health Minister has confirmed that he has requested an early meeting with health service trade unions to discuss next steps on pay offers for 2024/25. Due to Northern Ireland's budgetary constraints, the Minister is unable to deliver the desired pay settlements for this year.
04 October 2023
SF Support Public Sector Works Fight For Fair Pay
Sinn Féin Vice President and First Minister Designate Michelle O'Neill has reiterated her party's support for public sector workers in their efforts to get fair pay.
SF Support Public Sector Works Fight For Fair Pay
Sinn Féin Vice President and First Minister Designate Michelle O'Neill has reiterated her party's support for public sector workers in their efforts to get fair pay.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
