We write to update you on the dispute concerning the arrangements for long Covid, which the IMO along with other unions is pursuing through the Labour Court.

 

Further to previous updates, we have continued to seek the introduction of a permanent scheme, to replace the current temporary arrangements for those who remain out of work due to long Covid, since prior to February 2022. This current temporary scheme has been extended on a number of occasions, and the most recent extension of this scheme is due to expire on 30^th June.

 

We are also seeking a mechanism for those who have been out due to long Covid post February 2022 to be able to access such a permanent scheme.

 

There was no agreement with the HSE, Department of Health and Department of Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service and Digitisation on the above, and accordingly the matter was referred to the Labour Court.

 

This case was heard on 11^th June, and we are now awaiting a recommendation from the Labour Court on this matter.

 

We will update all members further once we are in receipt of the Labour Court recommendation and in the meantime if you have any queries please contact us on 01-676 72 73 or by email on consultants@imo.ie