Ballot on strike action closes as Aer Lingus reveals redundancy terms

SIPTU will today conclude its ballot for strike action at Aer Lingus over the airline’s plans to outsource or make redundant 1,300 ground staff.

If, as is expected, the members vote in favour of striking, it could ground hundreds of thousands of passengers over the busy Christmas period.

However, while notice of any action is likely to be lodged almost immediately, it could be delayed if the union chooses to fight the plans under collective redundancy legislation.