Talks aimed at averting a national rail strike get underway today.
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SIPTU and the National Bus and Rail Union are attending discussions with Irish Rail at the Workplace Relations Commission.
Yesterday, the unions suspended the holding of a strike ballot in order to attend the talks.
Train drivers are looking for a shorter working week and recognition for past productivity.
NBRU General Secretary Dermot O'Leary is optimistic about the chances of success.
