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Developers bring fresh proceedings against Union
Summary
In November 2014, developers JJ Rhatigan and Co filed new High Court proceedings against the trade union Unite, alleging misconduct by picketers at a West Dublin apartment complex site. Rhatigan's lawyers claimed that around ten picketers, wearing Union‑branded bibs and flags, blocked vehicle access and that a senior employee was pursued by a van driven at speed. They also alleged that a protester called three female workers "Polish whores." The court granted Rhatigan temporary injunctions, allowing the Union time to respond, and made the case returnable to Monday. The action follows a long‑standing dispute over subcontractor use, with Unite arguing that such practices disadvantage workers. Rhatigan denied wrongdoing, and earlier injunctions had limited picketing at other Rhatigan sites, citing intimidation and vehicle blockages. Unite maintains its protests are lawful.
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What: Report matter: Developers bring fresh proceedings against Union. Procedural stage: hearing_or_decision
When:
- 2014-11-14 Publication
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