Number of 4h stoppages for first 2 weeks in June, Ross's first words:
http://www.rte.ie/news/2016/0511/787661-luas-transdev/
Quote:
A spokesperson for Minister for Transport Shane Ross has said the minister is very disappointed to hear about further strikes being announced by SIPTU and the impact that they will have on commuters.
The spokesperson said Mr Ross is concerned at the protracted nature of this dispute and the disruption caused to passengers, including Leaving Cert students and their families.
He said the minister shares and understands the frustration of commuters at the prospect of further stoppages.
However, he said Mr Ross does not intend to intervene in the dispute, as he has no function in relation to the employment of the Transdev staff.
He said it was up to the employees and their private sector employer to reach a resolution with each other.
He added that if the two sides needed external help, then the State has industrial relations institutions which are available to assist.
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