Labour Court recommends pay rates and improved conditions at Clearstream Technologies

In 2004, the Labour Court recommended weekly pay rates of €300 at the start, rising to €360 after three years, and improved conditions for workers at Clearstream Technologies Ltd in Enniscorthy. The recommended steps were €320 after one year and €340 after two years, with existing higher rates protected personally. The Court also recommended a 25% premium for the permanent 4pm to 1am shift, restoring the sick pay scheme from 1 August 2004, and procedures for grievances, discipline, bullying and harassment, with union representation where requested. The Services Industrial Professional Technical Union sought discussions on pay and conditions after employees applied to join. The company cited financial difficulties and the need to retain jobs. The Court also made recommendations on service pay, safety and welfare, pensions and any future bonus scheme. Its recommendation was signed on 12 July 2004.