●● IRC: #techbytes @ Techrights IRC Network: Sunday, June 07, 2026 ●● ● Jun 07 [03:50] *FANTOM has quit (Ping timeout: 120 seconds) [03:54] *FANTOM (~fantom@freenode-asa.ci7.v1ickb.IP) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [09:02] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [09:10] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [11:18] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [11:21] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [12:08] *x-amarsh04 has quit (Quit: Konversation terminated!) [12:14] *x-amarsh04 (~amarsh04@atu2uhbvxaeyw.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [13:31] *asacengyet (~asacengyet@8pzu2fcsusfzc.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] "Staff Representative, Business Partner in BIT, former Patent Examiner [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] I joined the EPO in 2002 and have worked in examiner and non-examiner [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] roles. Since 2017 I have served as a staff representative and am a former [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] member of the Appeals Committee. [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] I am standing as a SUEPO candidate because, since I joined the EPO, SUEPO [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] has defended my rights and those of my colleagues. I know from personal [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] experience how vital a union and strong staff representation are when [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] rights come under pressure. That is why I want to continue standing up for [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] staff. [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] I will fight for legality, for fairness as AI reshapes our work, and for real [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] equality in practice. If you want strong, experienced and determined [14:57] schestowitz[TR2] representation, I ask for your vote." [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] "Dear colleagues, [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] The upcoming EPO Munich Staff Committee elections will be held from 10 to 12 June. You have 18 votes to cast, and we warmly invite you to support the "SUEPO Team". [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] A Diverse & Balanced Team [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] We bring together a mix of experienced and new candidates, men and women, examiners and non-examiners all united in defending your rights. [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] A Stronger Voice & Tangible Power [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] A strong Staff Representation needs more than just promises; it needs the capability to act. When dialogue stalls, justice requires resources. SUEPO stands apart because it has [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] A strong and united membership that makes industrial action impactful. [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] The financial resources needed to legally challenge unfair management decisions. [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] Unique expertise build from decades of experience and a wide professional network. [14:59] schestowitz[TR2] By casting your votes for the SUEPO Team, you are choosing a Staff Committee that has both the will and the means to protect your rights. ● Jun 07 [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] ""Dear SUEPO members, dear colleagues, [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] The elections of the staff committee The Hague will take place from Tuesday 16 June 2026, 08.00 hrs to Thursday 18 June 2026, 16.00 hrs via your EPO email. Please vote in this election to strengthen the mandate of the team that has been leading the defence of the employment package. At a time of industrial action and continued cuts to the working conditions, supporting your union is of paramount importance. Your vote empowers the t [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] eam to continue resisting the erosion of our rights through negotiation, legal challenges, and collective action. [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] We are pleased to have a SUEPO team of 17 candidates, including new colleagues whom we are delighted to welcome, who are ready to continue to: [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] Defend the rights and interests of all EPO staff members, [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] Resist the erosion of working conditions, [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] Provide effective communication between staff and their representatives, [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] Improve fairness and transparency at the EPO, and [15:00] schestowitz[TR2] Strive to enhance the collective spirit at the Office. ● Jun 07 [16:54] *asacengyet has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [16:55] *asacengyet (~asacengyet@8pzu2fcsusfzc.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Jun 07 [20:34] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes ● Jun 07 [21:04] *psydroid2 (~psydroid@yu29f4abyrsnc.irc) has joined #techbytes [21:22] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes [21:51] *psydroid2 has quit (Quit: KVIrc 5.2.6 Quasar http://www.kvirc.net/)