Drivers told not to return to work

Bus drivers who have gone on strike today have been told not to come back to work.

Those that chose to take part in the industrial action from 7.30am to 9.30am have found the gates at the Banks Circus headquarters locked.

It means they won’t be able to resume driving between now and the next two-hour stoppage which is planned for 3pm.

The Department of Community, Culture and Leisure is operating a Sunday schedule today to combat the fourth round of industrial action.

Minister Graham Cregeen tells us why drivers aren’t being allowed back in:

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