New Scheme Will Pay Households To Return Plastic Bottles And Cans
The Government launched the DRS Scheme this week – the Association advises members to delay registering until further clarification are provided by the company appointed to oversee the scheme. (See Here) See also gov.ie [gview file=”https://csna.ie/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/DRS-.pdf”]
Government Agrees To Further Regulation Of E-Cigarettes
We note from various reports that the Cabinet has given specific permission to the Minister for Health to bring forward the ( 7 years!!) long- awaited legislation regarding vaping products. There hasn’t been sufficient criticism directed at the Department for their total disregard of the need to ensure that retailers, suppliers and, perhaps […]
Irish Heart Oireachtas Urged To increase Legal Age For Tobacco To 21 – Irish Heart Foundation
We note an increase in lobbying by non-governmental organisations(NGO’s) to influence the Department of Health in the upcoming Tobacco and Vaping Licencing Bill (See Here) Of particular concern to us is the suggestion that the age restrictions for tobacco (currently 18) sales and vaping (none currently) would be raised to 21. CSNA would have serious […]
Tánaiste Proves Himself To Be “TONE DEAF” To Plight Of Employers
In the middle of what every commentator within the retail industry acknowledges to be the most serious crisis affecting the sector, isn’t it astonishing that the response from the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment is to issue a Press Release announcing the 4- year pathway to an (estimated) €13.10 per hour “Living […]
Sale of Alcohol Bill
In last week’s newsletter, we brought to your attention changes contained in the new Bill that would provide for Distance Sales legislation The Sale of Alcohol Bill is a bringing together dozens of pieces of legislation relating to intoxicating liquor that have been on our statute books as far back as 1815. What we have […]
URGENT
We very rarely ask you to write to your public representatives on issues but on this occasion we must do so. It is very important that you contact your local TD or minister today to advise them how serious the situation is. You will find the contact e-mail for your local TD minister here Below […]
Import And Storage Of Category F1 Fireworks 2022
Category 1 fireworks are classified as explosives and as such they are subject to all the legal provisions of the Explosives Act 1875 and associated legislation. Any importer, distributor or retailer who intends to either import, store or supply Category 1 fireworks must comply with the legal requirements as outlined below. Import: Category 1 fireworks, […]
Sick Leave – Ensure That Your Contracts And Payroll Provider Are Ready For The Change
The Irish Government recently brought in significant changes to leave entitlements for employees with the introduction of a statutory sick pay scheme. The Sick Leave Act, 2022 (“2022 Act”) was signed into law on 20 July 2022 and is awaiting a Ministerial Order for commencement which is expected very shortly. What has changed with […]
Minimum Notice – Workplace Relations Commission
Under the terms of the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts, 1973-2005, an employee or employer who intends to terminate a contract of employment must provide the other party with specified minimum notice. (See Here)
Reminder: HAVE YOUR SAY-27th July Final Day For Public Consultation Observations On Department Of Enterprise “Living Wage”
All members need to be concerned at the proposal by Tánaiste Leo Varadkar TD to introduce a nationwide mandatory Living Wage. The Department has produced a Strawman Proposal( an Explanatory Note), (See Here) and a Consultation document. (See here) YOUR voice and YOUR views are important and need to be aired. Please download the documents and […]
