Threatened strike action at Dublin Bus called off

Threatened strike action by drivers at Dublin Bus this weekend was called off this afternoon following intervention from the Labour Court.

SIPTU and the NBRU have been invited to the Labour Court next Tuesday to investigate the issues relating to the cost-effectiveness plan for drivers.

Services at Dublin Bus would have been hit on Sunday if management had proceeded with their plans to implement the new controversial cost-cutting plans.

SIPTU described the development as a welcome one for the travelling public, but said the Court faces a major challenge in finding a resolution.