Unions meet today as hopes grow of avoiding next week’s public sector strike

The leaders of the four largest public sector unions meet later to discuss the impact of yesterday’s strike action.

Another work stoppage by over 300,000 workers is scheduled for next week.

However, it’s hoped there could be some movement before that on the issue of a new wage deal.

The Dáil will debate a Labour Party motion today calling on the Government to negotiate in good faith with unions and deliver pay increases that at least match inflation.

The party’s Finance spokesperson, Ged Nash, says another strike next Wednesday needs to be avoided:

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