Dublin Port Talks: ‘Settlement within Reach

Dublin Port Talks Ongoing: ‘Settlement within Reach’

MTL, SIPTU and the ITF today confirmed that talks to resolve the Dublin port dispute are continuing and the three parties are hopeful of a successful resolution.

A spokesman for MTL said: “Reports of renewed industrial action are premature. We have been actively engaged in constructive, ongoing talks with the ITF for several days and these are continuing in an effort to reach an amicable and sustainable resolution.”

He continued: “The talks involve senior representatives from the company and the union and are making good progress. Given the positive approach from both sides, we are hopeful that an agreement can be reached in the very near future.”

SIPTU’s Divisional Organiser, Christy McQuillan, said: “The International Transport Workers’ Federation have produced proposals for settlement of this lengthy dispute between Marine Terminals Limited and SIPTU.

“The workers affected will ballot on these proposals at a meeting in Liberty Hall later this evening. The proposals take account of a Labour Court Recommendation issued last October and also Arbitration Findings issued in January of this year.”

He concluded: “The proposals have already secured the support of MTL Management. The ITF initiative presents the best opportunity thus far for resolution of this protracted dispute.”

Norrie McVicar, Britain and Ireland Co-ordinator of the ITF, which is brokering the talks, added: “The talks are ongoing and the participants are dedicated to finding a solution that safeguards the future of the port and all those who work there. We are optimistic that a resolution is within reach.”

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