Jean O’Dowd

Jean O’Dowd is a regional officer for the trade union Unite in Ireland, where she advocates for workers' rights and job security. Recently, she has been in the news for her involvement in discussions regarding the potential sale of Permanent TSB (PTSB). O'Dowd emphasized the importance of ensuring that any new ownership structure prioritizes the long-term commitment to the bank's employees and maintains the existing branch network. Her focus is on protecting workers' interests during the ongoing sales process and ensuring that staff benefits from the bank's success.