Cobh tourist staff reinstated after loo dispute

Spike Island Tours workers had their employment terminated after a  battle to have toilet facilities installed at Cobh Pier kiosk

Karen Doyle (centre left) and Linda Lyons, (front right) Spike Island Development Company workers, Spike Island ticket kiosk, Kennedy Pier, Cobh, Co. Cork, pictured with supporters on the quay. Picture Denis Minihane.

Two staff members at a popular tourist outlet, who had their employment terminated after a successful battle to have toilet facilities installed, have now been reinstated.

Karen Doyle and Linda Lyons work at the kiosk on Cobh Pier for Spike Island Tours but were forced to visit local hotels and shops to use toilet facilities until the company agreed in July to finally instal a portaloo on the pier.