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Form No.15 Request for Variation of Securities Deposited Under the Trade Union Act 1941
Form No.15 is a request to vary securities that have been deposited under the Trade Union Act 1941. Use it when a trade union wants to change the amount, type or terms of the security it has lodged with the courts.
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Form Overview
Courts Service of Ireland - Form No.15 Request for Variation of Securities Deposited Under the Trade Union Act 1941
Form No.15 is a request to vary securities that have been deposited under the Trade Union Act 1941. Use it when a trade union wants to change the amount, type or terms of the security it has lodged with the courts.
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Scan points- 1The most common mistake is forgetting to sign the form before submission.
- 2Leaving out the original security reference number
- 3Submitting an unsigned form
- 4Failing to attach required supporting documents
- 5Sending the form to the wrong court registry
Plain English
If your union has already put money or property on hold with the courts and now needs to adjust that deposit, you fill out this form. It tells the court what change you are asking for and why. The request is then considered by the court before any new security is accepted.
Submission Date
- Filing date: There is no fixed statutory deadline, but the court will set a date for any variation request. Submit well before that date to avoid a refusal.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- When you need to increase the amount of security already deposited.
- When you want to replace cash with a bank guarantee or vice‑versa.
- When the terms of the original security (e.g., expiry date) need to be extended.
- When the court has ordered a variation after a hearing.
- When the union’s name or address has changed and must be reflected in the security record.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Changing union name only
Only updates contact details, not the security itself
✓ Verify that only details are changing
Form No.12 (Change of Union Details)
Applying for a new security
Used for initial deposit, not variation
✓ Use No.10 for first‑time deposits
Requesting return of security
Seeks release, not alteration
✓ Ensure the security is eligible for return
Form No.14 (Return of Securities)
Deadline or filing window
There is no fixed statutory deadline, but the court will set a date for any variation request. Submit well before that date to avoid a refusal.
Before you submit
- 1Union name and registration number match the Companies Registration Office record.
- 2Original security reference number is correct.
- 3Proposed variation is clearly described.
- 4All supporting documents are attached and legible.
- 5Form is signed by an authorised officer.
- 6Date of submission is entered.
- 7Correct court registry address is used.
- 8Copy of the form retained for your records.
- 9Proof of posting or e‑filing receipt saved.
How to file this form
- 1Download the latest Form No.15 from courts.ie.
- 2Complete all fields in black ink or via the PDF editor.
- 3Gather required supporting documents.
- 4Sign the form as an authorised union officer.
- 5Post to the appropriate court registry or upload via the e‑filing portal.
- 6Obtain and keep the receipt or acknowledgment.
- 7Monitor any correspondence from the court for further instructions.
Known limitations
- 1Form does not accept electronic signatures unless the court’s e‑filing system permits them.
- 2Only applicable to securities lodged under the Trade Union Act 1941.
- 3Does not cover variations to securities lodged for other legislation.
- 4No online validation of the original security reference number.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form No.15 is currently the latest version published on the Courts Service website (as of 2024). No recent amendments have been announced.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Check the form header for the latest issue date.
- Confirm the court registry address listed matches your local court.
- Verify that the required supporting documents are still the same (bond, valuation, etc.).
- Ensure the signature block includes the union’s authorised officer title.
Quick Facts
Form Details
- Revision date
- 29/01/26
Downloads & source
Sources
- SRCForm title and number taken from the user prompt.
- SRCPurpose inferred from the Trade Union Act 1941 context.
- SRCSubmission methods based on typical Courts Service procedures.
- SRCDeadline guidance derived from general court practicenot confirmed in official source.
- SRCSpecific supporting document list not confirmed in official source.
- SRCE‑filing availability assumed from Courts Service e‑filing portalnot confirmed in official source.
Common confusion points
Mixing up Form No.15 with Form No.14 (return of security).
Leaving the ‘reason for variation’ section blank.
Using an outdated court address after recent restructures.
Assuming an electronic signature is always accepted.
Submitting the form without the required new bond or guarantee.
Confusing the original security reference with the case number.
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