Dublin Bus strikes move a step closer

The possibility of all-out strike action at Dublin Bus has moved another significant step closer after Siptu became the second large driver union to vote in favour of strike action.

The Siptu drivers voted 95% in favour of action over a pay dispute at the company. The drivers, who are members of the National Bus and Rail Union, have already said nothing short of strikes will be enough if the impasse continues.

Yesterday, Siptu said there was “the very real prospect of 24-hour and 48-hour stoppages and perhaps an indefinite strike at Dublin Bus.