Kildare has six fire stations, with Naas and Newbridge being the only ones that have a full-time station officer each rather than a retained one. All other fire fighters across the six stations are retained, meaning firefighters are paid a retainer and carry pagers in order to respond to calls.
SIPTU retained firefighters have voted to accept a Labour Court recommendation aimed at resolving a long-running pay dispute with 64% balloting in favour and 36% against.
In June 2023, retained firefighters took part in strike action demanding better pay and conditions.
Kildare has six fire stations, with Naas and Newbridge being the only ones that have a full-time station officer each rather than a retained one.
All other fire fighters across the six stations are retained, meaning firefighters are paid a retainer and carry pagers in order to respond to calls.
SIPTU Division Organiser, Brendan O’Brien, said: “This brings a key stage in this dispute to a conclusion. SIPTU representatives will notify the management side on our members acceptance of the terms of the Labour Court recommendation and seek clarity on when payment will begin at the new increased rate.
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