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Cleaners to take part in first national strike
5th of December 2022
The first-ever national strike staged by cleaners who belong to the Royal Maritime and Transport union is due to take place this month.
More than 1,000 RMT-enrolled cleaners voted for industrial action in the latest round of ballots. This means cleaners currently contracted out by companies such as Churchill, Atalian Servest and Mitie are likely
Japanese fans adopt a janitorial role at Qatar World Cup
2nd of December 2022
Japanese fans reacted true to form following their Costa Rica defeat in Qatar and immediately began removing litter, empty bottles and food debris from the stands after the final whistle had been blown.
The Japanese have become renowned worldwide for their habit of cleaning up after sporting events. Footage of the company's fans wielding blue
Ireland’s cleaners yet to receive pandemic bonus payment
23rd of November 2022
Ireland's contract cleaners have still not received a €1,000 Pandemic Recognition Payment that was promised to them by the government - more than 10 months after the move was announced.
Politicians are calling for these "forgotten heroes" to be given the recognition they deserve.
A €1,000 lump sum was pledged to all of Ireland's
New York cleaners create a new path to entrepreneurship
22nd of November 2022
An immigrant-led co-operative in New York is aiming to turn the city's cleaners into a team of entrepreneurs.
Brightly Cleaning is adopting a McDonald's-style business model and uniting thousands of small business-owners under a shared brand.
The New York-based non-profit company Co-opportunity is acting as a corporate overlord, providing its
ECHA winner Momentum - taking responsibility
21st of November 2022
Sustainability, inclusivity, diversity and world peace – these just a few of the values that shape Momentum Support, joint winner of this year’s ECJ Sustainability – Best Practice award.
When Momentum Support’s award win was announced in Brussels, corporate social responsibility and quality manager Verona Pentony took to
A.I.S.E. Activity & Sustainability Report highlights sector's crucial role
18th of November 2022
The new A.I.S.E. (International Association for Soaps, Detergents and Maintenance Products) Activity & Sustainability Report highlights the critical role the sector plays in enabling modern society. It also reaffirms the organisation's commitment to being a true partner in the successful implementation of the European Green Deal.
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