'A tale of woe': Plight of meat factory workers in the Covid-19 era

The recalled committee was discussing meat plants after clusters in Kildare, Laois and Offaly led to travel restrictions and business closures being imposed across the midlands. Picture: File picture

The plight of meat factory workers was described as a "tale of woe" as unions appeared at the Oireachtas special committee on Covid-19.

Representatives of workers gave evidence to the committee, saying they were "petrified of catching Covid-19" and scared to speak out.