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Strike looms at Dairygold in pay and conditions row

THE prospect of a strike at Dairygold’s milk processing plant in Mallow has emerged over operating practices and pay structures.

Strike looms at Dairygold in pay and conditions row

Wed, 30 Nov, 2005 - 00:00

Ray Ryan, Agribusiness Correspondent

Following two ballots, SIPTU has served strike notices on behalf of its 35 members at the plant.

But the company described the moves as irresponsible, regrettable and avoidable.

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