Strike at Aer Lingus one step closer

The prospect of a pre Christmas strike at Aer Lingus loomed closer this evening as SIPTU formally served two weeks notice of industrial action at the airline. The union said it will commence industrial action if the airline continues with it's unilateral plan to outsource labour. Stoppages could begin as early as November 24. SIPTU has asked the Irish Congress of Trade Unions to set up a process which would allow talks with the airline in an effort to resolve the row.