Members of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) vote overwhelmingly in favour of industrial action, citing delays in agreeing a new public sector pay deal. RTE reports the vote is strongly in favour, while Highland Radio says support is near-unanimous among those who vote.
Highland Radio reports that about 99% of voting members back industrial action, including strike action, following a six-week in-person ballot. The outlet links the decision to what the INMO says is the Government’s failure to make serious proposals on a revised public sector pay agreement. RTE similarly frames the move as a response to stalled negotiations, though it provides fewer details on the voting level and ballot process.
Both sources indicate the decision comes after prolonged efforts to reach agreement on pay, with the union now moving to industrial action as a pressure tactic while discussions continue.
