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Dozens of prison drivers 'forgot' to bring their licences to work today

The staff reported for duty – but said they couldn’t work because they had forgotten their driving licences.

THE IRISH PRISON service has accused 33 prison officers who drive with the escort service of engaging in “wildcat” industrial action.

It’s after the staff reported for duty – but said they couldn’t work because they had forgotten their driving licences.

Prisoner escorts to the Criminal Courts of Justice were delayed this morning for a time – but all prisoners scheduled to attend court later arrived.

The Prison Service has called it a serious breach of discipline that would be dealt with through appropriate disciplinary procedures.

It’s understood the drivers are in dispute over new rosters for the escort teams.

Read: Two prisoners still on the roof at Cloverhill as officers in riot gear sent in

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