04/09/2017

NBRU Warn Of Winter Strikes At Irish Rail

The National Bus and Rail Union has issued a warning of potential strike action if an agreement cannot be reached in a dispute over a pay claim.

It is understood that Irish Rail has said that it is "carrying major debts" and cannot afford a pay increase.

Talks have commenced again at the Workplace Relations Commission.

(MH)

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