RSF support Classroom Assistants

national | worker & community struggles and protests | press release Tuesday November 20, 2007 21:20 by Richard Walsh - Republican Sinn Féin

RSF has expressed its support for striking Classroom Assistants in the Six Counties.

Republican Sinn Féin has expressed its support for the NIPSA-affiliated Classroom Assistants in their ongoing battle to improve their employment conditions. They were described by Publicity Officer, Richard Walsh, as an inspiration to all exploited workers.

“Catríona Ruane has attempted to lay the blame on those engaged in industrial action. However, after twelve long years of fruitless negotiations they have been left with no alternative. It is the refusal to negotiate a fair deal for Classroom Assistants which has led to the closure of special schools," he said.

“Whilst the Provos may wish to ally themselves with those on the Management side, Republican Sinn Féin recognises the right of all employees to fair conditions of employment. The courageous stand taken by Classroom Assistants will serve as an inspiration to exploited workers everywhere.

“It is time that the party of Ms. Ruane dropped all pretence of defending Republican and Socialist ideals.”