The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Government Invites Unions To Last Minute Talks

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Show Notes

Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers has invited public sector unions to talks at the WRC in a bid to avert strike action. Fórsa General Secretary Kevin Callinan and Seamus McGrath of Fianna Fail discuss the planned strike and why unions have rejected the Government's invitation. To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.

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