RMT Union Recognition Decision Against Irish Ferries
Summary
The Central Arbitration Committee has issued a final decision on the RMT union's application for statutory recognition against Irish Ferries (U.K.) Services Limited. The decision, reference TUR1/1545(2026), sets out the CAC panel's considerations, the views of both parties, and the final ruling on the recognition claim. The decision applies to employers and workers across England, Scotland and Wales, establishing the legal outcome of the recognition dispute.
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The Central Arbitration Committee issued a final decision on the RMT union's application for statutory recognition against Irish Ferries (U.K.) Services Limited. The decision, reference TUR1/1545(2026), sets out the CAC panel's considerations, party positions, and final ruling.
Affected parties—including the employer and transport sector workers—should review the decision for compliance implications regarding union recognition obligations. Employers in the maritime and transport sectors operating in Great Britain should monitor for similar recognition applications and ensure they understand their obligations under the statutory recognition framework.
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CAC Outcome: RMT & Irish Ferries (U.K.) Services Limited
Outcome(s) by the Central Arbitration Committee on an application from the RMT.
From: Central Arbitration Committee Published 23 April 2026 Get emails about this page
Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
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Ref: TUR1/1545(2026)
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Published 23 April 2026
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