Bidders for Harland and Wolff shipyard valid and credible, MP says
Two bids to buy Belfast’s struggling shipyard are “valid and credible”, the local MP has said.
Industry
Strike action ballot by pilots was unlawful, Ryanair claims
Ryanair has argued in court that balloted strike action from some of their pilots was unlawful.
Harland and Wolff workers ‘dig in’ as firm goes into administration
Workers at the Harland and Wolff shipyard are fighting on to save it, even as the historic firm enters administration.
Administrators’ visit to Belfast shipyard delayed ‘due to public pressure’
A Belfast shipyard under threat of closure has been given a brief reprieve after a visit by administrators was delayed.
Housing estate plan threatens community of nuns, campaigners say
The way of life of a community of nuns is under threat from proposals to build a housing estate next to their secluded ancient home, campaigners have claimed.
Diageo staff to be balloted for strike action in pay row
Scottish workers at drinks manufacturer Diageo will be balloted for strike action after talks with their union collapsed.
Retail sector calls on Government to act on violence and abuse
Leading retail bodies have written to the Government asking for more to be done to tackle widespread violence and abuse against shop workers.
Ford confirms plan to close Bridgend plant with 1,700 job losses
Ford has come under attack from unions after announcing plans to close its engine plant in Bridgend next year, with the loss of 1,700 jobs.
New car sales fell 3.4% in March amid uncertainty
Demand for new cars fell 3.4% in March as uncertainty over diesel and Brexit continued to hit consumer confidence, the automotive industry said.
Honda to close Swindon plant
Honda is planning to close its plant in Swindon with the loss of more than 3,000 jobs.
Report calls for workers’ mental health and job security to be measured
THE impact of the gig economy and automation on workers' jobs and pay should be monitored by the Government, according to a new report.