NCT workers threaten strike after suspension

NATIONAL car test workers are threatening to strike and throw the NCT system into disarray following the suspension of a mechanic for allegedly passing cars improperly.

SIPTU yesterday said it was balloting its 250 members at National Car Testing Services (NCT) for industrial action. The result will be known next week.

SIPTU’s Automobile, General Engineering and Mechanical Operatives’ (AGEMO) trade group secretary Christy Cullen said industrial action would begin unless the company immediately reinstated the man and stopped using hidden cameras and private detectives on staff.