SIPTU and the NBRU are holding work stoppages on August 24th and 25th – as well as on the 7th, 8th and 21st of September – dates that include the All-Ireland Hurling and Football Finals.
Iarnrod Eireann says the strikes will only serve to disrupt customers, threaten employment and worsen the company's financial position.
SIPTU organiser Paul Cullen says there's no easy solution – and is calling on Paschal Donohoe to intervene.
