Train drivers face random drug tests

TRAIN drivers face random alcohol and drug testing under legislation before the Dáil.

But union representatives yesterday warned Transport Minister Seamus Brennan and Irish Rail bosses they would oppose any such tests unless there were negotiations first.

“The tests will be opposed until they sit down and negotiate with us. If they think they’re going to railroad it in, they’ve another thing coming,” said Derek Nolan, executive member of the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU).