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Wednesday 23 September 2020
There were 11 incidents in which the Luas made contact with vehicles from January to June of this year.
Fine Gael Senator Neale Richmond has called on Transdev to explain the delays over the Christmas period.
In one case, an eight-year-old girl had beer contents splashed on her.
The altercation occurred at Bluebell Luas stop on Friday.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused,” Luas said.
Two pedestrians died after being struck by trams in separate incidents earlier this year.
Dublin Bus is accepting Luas tickets for the duration of the disruption.
Strict new Covid-19 measures are now in effect in the capital – here’s what they mean for you.
A new campaign by the private operator was launched earlier this month.
A Dublin homeless charity has joined forces with Luas again to help people in need this Christmas.
Trade union Siptu has taken operator Transdev to the Labour Court over the ‘cooler bag’ dispute.
In dismissing Leon Diop’s original case, the judge said that no words were spoken to Leon Diop that were defamatory.
Operator Transdev has created a new text service for people to report instances of anti-social behaviour.
At the launch of a new anti-racism campaign on the transport network, we caught up with workers who described the abuse they’ve received.
The ones out to tender are suburban routes that do not travel into the city centre.
The Luas operator said, “The trams are very much a part of Dublin’s transport infrastructure and this type of cyclist behaviour is irresponsible.”
The woman was hit by Luas just after midnight on Friday night at St James Walk, Rialto, Dublin 8.
From December, you’ll be able to take the Luas to Cabra, Grangegorman, the GPO and Trinity College.
The children misunderstood a message that advertised free park and ride facilities.
The NBRU said that drivers have not ruled out industrial action in pursuit of their claim.
The news comes after four months of industrial action
The Ryanair CEO wasn’t mincing his words today.
Union Siptu now says that it will put the recommended increase to its members.
Good news for commuters, students – and fans of Bruce Springsteen.
Today marks the 12th day of strikes in the ongoing dispute.
The ongoing Luas dispute continues to cause headaches for commuters, with more strikes planned.
The French-based company currently operates the Luas service.
Both sides of the dispute have firmly dug their heels in.
The company has also written to staff urging them to reconsider their industrial action.
Transdev said the reduction reflects the “additional operational and payroll costs” involved in dealing with drivers’ work-to-rule action.
Siptu members at the company are taking action for better pay and conditions.
Transdev this week walked out of talks in which drivers asked for a 26.5% pay increase.
The deal will include a €750 payment at the end of this year.
Employees will be briefed on the state of talks with company Transdev.
Talks with drivers have yet to be scheduled.
Trade union Siptu has cancelled the 48-hour work stoppage.
The minister has also defended himself against claims made by Siptu.
Siptu has said the letter has the potential to “create conditions for a shutdown” of the Luas service.
The two sides are believed to be “very far apart”.
Siptu defends its announcement of further strike action in the absence of an agreement with Luas management.
Workplace Relations Commission chief Kieran Mulvey and Siptu head O’Connor have been trading barbs today over the Luas strikes.
MANY PEOPLE HAVE had to cancel holidays abroad this year as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.
In July, the government published its Green List of foreign countries which allow Irish people to travel abroad to without having to restrict their movements for 14 days afterwards when they return.
While some people have hopped at the chance to pack up and travel out of the country, many others are still hesitant as Covid-19 figures have continued to rise in recent weeks.
So, today we want to know: When do you think you’ll next be able to go a foreign holiday?
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