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Technological Universities Bill 2015: Report Stage (Resumed) (27 Jan 2016)

Jonathan O'Brien: Now that I have caught my breath, I will go through my points. I raised most of them last night and we had a discussion about the concerns of the TUI and staff members. The Minister said it was not credible to give any one stakeholder a veto. However, the Government has given vetoes to other stakeholders in other Bills, and last night I pointed out the veto we have given to banks on...

Technological Universities Bill 2015: Report Stage (26 Jan 2016)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...relations disputes involving members of staff. There is industrial action on the way in the Cork and Kerry case. To the best of my knowledge and on the basis of my discussions with members of the TUI in Cork and Kerry, there has been a significant lack of meaningful consultation and engagement. Those involved are seriously disappointed with the level of consultation provided. Despite...

Technological Universities Bill 2015: Report Stage (26 Jan 2016)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...contribution, this is very complex legislation. Despite her claim that there has been ongoing engagement with the trade unions and staff on this, I do not believe, having spoken to members of the TUI, that this is the case. The TUI has informed me that it has had three meetings in the past year with the Department and that it was very clear at those meetings that they were briefings...

Committee on Education and Social Protection: Select Sub-Committee on Education and Skills: Technological Universities Bill 2015: Committee Stage (14 Jan 2016)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...association”. This amendment relates to staff associations but I will withdraw it. However, I will bring forward amendments on Report Stage on a number of issues. This will be in consultation with TUI. The application of TUPE legislation needs to be mentioned. We will propose an amendment to insert "the conditions of service and remuneration" after "less beneficial" in section...

Technological Universities Bill 2015: Second Stage (17 Dec 2015)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...cutting. The institute of technology sector is suffering from chronic under-funding. It is for that reason there was a 92% vote in favour of industrial action by institute of technology members of the TUI in their recent ballot. The staff in these institutions have seen a cut of over one third of the funding and an increase of almost one third in the number of students, with a...

Other Questions: State Examinations Reviews (6 Oct 2015)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...parties in this Chamber support the concept of junior cycle reform. When the Minister came to office, she tried to rectify some of that and she has done that to a certain degree. The fact that the TUI is now supportive of it is a recognition of the steps that have been taken by the Department but we still have a situation where one of the main stakeholders is opposed to what is being...

Topical Issue Debate: Technological Universities (11 Feb 2015)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...days. Today, the Teachers' Union of Ireland lodged a dispute with the Labour Relations Commission. I do not know whether that affects what can be said on the matter. The press releases from the TUI in recent days outline some of the concerns it has raised. It is fair to say there are considerable challenges ahead if the proposed merger is to take place. The TUI has expressed some...

Topical Issue Debate: Technological Universities (11 Feb 2015)

Jonathan O'Brien: I thank the Minister for her reply. However, she failed to deal with the crux of the issue, namely, the fact that the TUI has now lodged a dispute with the LRC. She also failed to address any of the concerns the TUI has raised about the process, for example, the fact that it has no confidence in any aspect of it. We now face a situation where the very people who are being asked to deliver...

Written Answers — Department of Education and Skills: Croke Park Agreement Issues (17 Apr 2013)

Jonathan O'Brien: To ask the Minister for Education and Skills his views on the TUI's rejection of the Croke Park 2 Agreement; and if he will review the current proposals tabled by the Labour Relations Commission in the view of the anger expressed by teachers to cuts and changes to employment conditions imposed across the second level sector. [17561/13]

Education (Resource Allocation) Bill 2012: Second Stage (18 Jan 2013)

Jonathan O'Brien: ...to be provided with approximately 10% less resources in terms of front-line teaching staff. This is not possible. Deputy McConalogue, myself and others have received briefings from the likes of the TUI, which have shown in stark terms the consequences of this proposed cut. If it goes ahead, we will see students who use further education as a stepping stone to higher education unable to...

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Education and Social Protection: Education and Training Boards Bill 2012: Discussion with Teachers Union of Ireland and National Adult Literacy Agency (24 Oct 2012)

Jonathan O'Brien: I thank the TUI and the National Adult Literacy Agency, NALA, for coming before the committee today. It was important not to rush Committee Stage. We have completed Second Stage but it was wise for the committee to have the opportunity to meet some of the groups before starting to deal with the amendments. In fairness to the Minister he has stated in the House that he is willing to ensure...