Sides 'very far apart' as talks on firefighters dispute conclude

Independent councillor Danny Collins, then-mayor of Co Cork, met with Bantry firefighters and spoke with them on the issues and stood with them in solidarity on Thursday, June 15.  Photo; Evan Doak

Labour Court talks on the retained firefighters dispute have concluded with major divisions remaining between both sides.

Siptu public administration and community division organiser Karan O Loughlin said that there was “very little change” from the employer’s side throughout the talks.