The UFU is concerned about plans to expand the ACT's fire and ambulance emergency call centre while at the same time phasing out the role of firefighters and replacing them with civilians, reports the Canberra Times on 23 December 2018. … [Read more...]
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Signal 7 – 16 January 2019 AGM reminder
A friendly reminder that members are encouraged to attend the AGM of the UFU ACT Branch, which will be held at 18.30pm on 22 January 2019 at The Tradies in Dickson. The AGM will be followed a general meeting focused on Enterprise Bargaining. More details here: … [Read more...]
Signal 7 – 21 December 2018 brings you the year in review
This end of year Signal 7 provides a snapshot of all the activity that happened during 2018 and a brief update on the status of current disputes. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 – 17 December 2018 notification of re-scheduling of AGM to 22 January 2019
Notice is given in this edition of Signal 7 of the re-scheduling of the Annual General Meeting to 22 January 2019. Members are encouraged to attend. The resolution from the two general meetings held on 4 and 6 December is also provided. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 – 6 December 2018 on ‘career progression and opportunities’ provisions in enterprise agreement
This edition of Signal 7 draws members attention to the provisions in clause 158 of the Enterprise Agreement concerning “Career Progression and Opportunities” and the need to ensure fair and equal treatment of all UFU members, and to prevent any instances of or perceptions of favouritism, patronage or nepotism. is intended to ensure fair and equal treatment of all UFU … [Read more...]