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06/08/2015
Translink Apologise Over Driver's Homophobic Comment
A Translink NI driver has reportedly been disciplined for making homophobic remarks over an open radio network.
According to reports the driver reportedly used an "offensive term for homosexuals" while speaking to the company's control centre over an open channel during Belfast's LGBT Pride festival.
A BBC report on the incident claims that when challenged over his use of the term, the driver repeated it.
Translink have issued an apology to its passengers and staff for "offensive language".
The company added that a full investigation had been carried out and "appropriate action" has been taken.
(MH)
According to reports the driver reportedly used an "offensive term for homosexuals" while speaking to the company's control centre over an open channel during Belfast's LGBT Pride festival.
A BBC report on the incident claims that when challenged over his use of the term, the driver repeated it.
Translink have issued an apology to its passengers and staff for "offensive language".
The company added that a full investigation had been carried out and "appropriate action" has been taken.
(MH)
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