Commuter rail services face disruption amid dispute

Peak morning commuter rail services could be disrupted by a train driver stoppage ahead of the bank holiday weekend if no resolution is found to a dispute between drivers and Irish Rail management.

The disruption could spread to intercity services if the row over productivity is still not resolved.

The National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU) and Siptu, which between them represent drivers at Irish Rail, last night confirmed their members had voted, more than 90% in favour, for industrial action. Shop stewards from the unions will meet this Thursday to decide on which form the action will take.