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Limerick Gas Workers Serve Notice Over Wage Dispute

Employees at the Limerick Gas Corporation have issued a notice for an increase in wages, citing a demand for six pence per day. The ultimatum, coupled with a threat to cease work after seven days, has sparked discussions within the Gas Committee regarding the feasibility of meeting the employees’ demands.

The Gas Committee convened on Friday to deliberate on the matter, ultimately concluding that the current financial circumstances, including the cost of coal and freight, render it impractical to accommodate the proposed wage hike.

The crux of the issue lies in the discrepancy between the workers’ expectations and the financial realities of the corporation. Employees argue that their current wages are insufficient, particularly given the rising costs of living. However, management contends that the economic constraints facing the corporation make it unfeasible to meet the demands at this time.

Moreover, the situation is complicated by the broader economic landscape, including market conditions affecting the price of coal and freight. These external factors play a significant role in determining the financial viability of any wage adjustments within the corporation.

In response to the committee’s decision, representatives from the workers’ union have expressed disappointment, highlighting the perceived disparity between their wages and those of comparable workers in other regions. They argue that the proposed increase is not only reasonable but necessary to ensure a fair standard of living for employees.

However, discussions between union representatives and management have yet to yield a resolution, with both parties remaining entrenched in their respective positions. The looming threat of a work stoppage adds further urgency to the negotiations, as both sides seek to avoid disruptions to essential gas services.

The dispute underscores broader tensions within the labour market, as workers across various industries grapple with stagnant wages and the rising cost of living. In this context, the outcome of the negotiations at the Limerick Gas Corporation could have far-reaching implications for labour relations in the region.

As the deadline set by the employees approaches, all eyes are on the ongoing negotiations between the union and management. The outcome of these discussions will not only impact the livelihoods of the workers involved but also serve as a bellwether for labour relations in Limerick and beyond.

In the interim, efforts to find common ground and bridge the gap between the two sides continue, with stakeholders emphasising the importance of dialogue and compromise in resolving the dispute amicably. However, with time running out, the prospect of industrial action looms large, casting a shadow over the future of the Limerick Gas Corporation and its employees.

Evening Irish Times – Monday 25 October 1915

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