IBEC: Public sector strikes 'unacceptable'

IBEC have said that the escalation of industrial action by public sector unions is "unacceptable at a time when Ireland’s long term prosperity depends on high-quality, effective and innovative public services".

The director of the group that represents Irish employers, Brendan McGinty, said: "Public sector unions have acknowledged the need for reform of public services. Discussions between the Government and the public sector unions should resume as a matter of urgency.