Labour Court backs Cadburys’ 7am start for two electricians

In 1993, the Labour Court recommended a 7am start for two electricians at Cadburys Ireland PLC, upholding the company’s proposal. The recommendation was dated 8 February 1993. The Technical Engineering And Electrical Union sought a 7.30am start because one electrician relied on public transport. The company cited its 1989 agreement on uniform start and finish times and said a change could affect production. The Court upheld the company’s proposal and asked it to deal compassionately with the individual problem raised by the union.