Bus unions meeting to discuss strike escalation

Unions representing drivers at Dublin Bus are meeting to discuss a possible all-out strike.

They say the industrial dispute will escalate, but that an all-out strike is the 'nuclear option'.

A 48-hour work stoppage is underway, with another two-day strike planned for next week. 

SIPTU's Owen Reidy, says it could move to an all-out strike if management at Dublin Bus don't start negotiating.

Dermot O'Leary from the National Bus and Rail Union, says the Transport Minister Shane Ross, isn't taking the issue seriously.