Waterford bin strike deferred

THE prospect of uncollected rubbish bins and filthy streets in Waterford has receded following the intervention of the National Implementation Body between the city council and its outdoor staff.

Strike action by 143 SIPTU members was due to get under way last Monday but was deferred for a week after the sudden death of a colleague. However, the NIB has now invited both sides to a series of talks.

The industrial action was voted on by city council workers in Waterford following a number of claims by SIPTU over allowances and conditions. The council management have said they believe there is no substance to the employees’ grievances.