Branch Nominations - Request

I am reaching out to all Branches across NIPSA seeking to formally nominate me, Dáire Hamilton-Toner, as a candidate for NIPSA General Secretary. Contact your Branch committee to ensure an all members Branch meeting is called for nominations for candidates to be placed on the ballot paper.

I know branch nominations matter, and I'd really value your support. Put simply, I'm standing because I think NIPSA can be more open, more responsive, and much more effective for Members - and I want to help lead that change.

A few reasons I'm asking your Branch to nominate me:

• Renewal that Members can actually feel: making NIPSA quicker to respond, easier to engage with, and better at getting results.

• Members First: staying focused on the everyday issues - pay, jobs, conditions, workload, and fair treatment - not factional politics and infighting.

• Backing NIPSA Reps and Branches: more practical support for the people doing the work locally, and a stronger, visible and effective workplace presence.

• Clearer, more honest communication: regular updates and straight answers - including when things are difficult.

• Leadership that listens - and then acts: being visible, accessible, and focused on delivery for Members.

• Rebuilding trust and collectivism: encouraging respectful debate and a healthier culture so the Union is stronger when it counts

If your Branch is open to it, can you ensure that my nomination is placed on the agenda for your next Branch meeting (or an extraordinary meeting if that's what is needed) before the deadline for nominations (22 May 2026) and let me know the outcome of your Branch nomination.

I am very happy to join a Branch meeting (in person or online) to answer questions and talk through your priorities. If you'd like to set that up, you can reach me at dairefornipsa@gmail.com.

Thanks very much for taking the time to consider this. I'd really appreciate your support as a candidate From the Membership, With the Membership, For the Membership, and I'm happy to answer any questions in the meantime.

In solidarity

Dáire Hamilton-Toner

NIPSA General Secretary 2026 Campaign built around transformation, renewal, and a new and fresh leadership delivering for all Members