BT Ireland in row over unionisation

INDUSTRIAL action is brewing at BT Ireland as the company refuses to recognise the right of its staff to trade union representation.

Company workers called off a protest due to take place yesterday after the company agreed to attend talks at the Labour Relations Commission (LRC).

However, Ian McArdle of the Communications Workers’ Union (CWU) said willingness to talk should not be taken as a sign the workers will not escalate the action if their concerns are not addressed.