Agreement reached between union and DOI
The industrial dispute involving bus drivers on the Isle of Man has been resolved, the Isle of Man Government has confirmed.
The announcement comes following a ballot of Unite The Union members.
An agreement is now in place which, officials say, 'secures an improved pay position for drivers and provides a basis for stability going forward.'
Both Unite The Union and the Department of Infrastructure are thanking passengers for their patience, adding they acknowledge the impact the dispute has had.
Debbie Halsall, Head of Unite in the Isle of Man, said: "This outcome reflects the strength of feeling from our members and delivers a clear improvement on pay. Whilst for some this is a bittersweet moment, it is important this now provides a stable footing to move forward."
Infrastructure Minister Tim Crookall added: "I welcome the resolution of this dispute and the modernisation it supports. bus vannin can build on this to deliver strategic change that will secure the Island’s bus service for years to come."
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