Easons board reiterates support for Whelan

Written By: Lisa Campbell Publication Date: Fri, 25/03/2011 - 08:34 The board of Easons has reiterated its support for managing director Conor Whelan after a second vote of no confidence in him was passed by management union members. The Bookseller believes a second unanimous vote of no confidence in Whelan was given by Siptu union members holding a management grade at a recent meeting in Port Laoise, Ireland, of members in that area of the country. read more Continue reading at 'The Bookseller'

[ The Bookseller | 2011-03-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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