All-out strike action by 6,500 electricians on February 24 could cause as much disruption to major infrastructural projects and manufacturing enterprises as similar action did in 2009.

All-out strike action by 6,500 electricians could cause serious disruption to major infrastructural projects and manufacturing within a matter of weeks.

IN a move which could create major industrial unrest in the electrical industry, two of the biggest employer groups have applied to withdraw from a legally binding agreement which sets pay and conditions for up to 10,000 electricians.

The electricians’ strike is taking its toll on the already fragile economy, Brian Cowen warned today.

THE Labour Court began hearing an application by a group of electrical contractors for the abolition of pay increases due to 10,000 electricians due under a registered employment agreement (REA).