Individual Post

 Independent Newry City Councillor Kevin McAteer has commended Glen Electric workers as they took to the picket line in a day of strike action over pay. 

Speaking on the issue the Independent Councillor stated:

“I want to commend the workers of Glen Electric for taking a stand in this pay dispute. We can’t ignore the fact that 93% of SIPTU members in the factory voted in favour of strike action and we must respect that democratic process.

There have been extensive talks as of late between workers and management, however as no agreement could be reached members voted overwhelmingly to strike and they should be commended for that.

However what has worried me is the behaviour of management as I have been told by workers that management have been extremely disrespectful towards the strike and have also threatened to phone the police during the strike itself.

I hope that a peaceful solution can be found soon.”