The Labour Court found Mandate’s claim for a pay increase and review of pay structures at Super Valu (Raheny) precluded under the Programme for Prosperity and Fairness. The recommendation was signed on 11 October 2002. Mandate sought early application of the second 5.5% phase of the programme and changes to pay rates and structures. The company said staff had received the increases due under the programme and that the additional claim was precluded.