JUTC drivers resume normal operations following withdrawal of service this morning

Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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Drivers of the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) have decided to return to work following this morning’s strike.

Drivers from the depots in Rockfort, Kingston as well as in Portmore and Spanish Town in St. Catherine withdrew their service at 4 o’clock this morning.

The strike follows an altercation involving two JUTC drivers and two other employees.

It’s reported that one of the drivers was injured.

In response to the strike, a meeting was held with representatives of the JUTC and the unions representing the workers and the ministry of labour.

Speaking with Irie F M News this afternoon Vice President of the University and Allied Workers Union (UAWU) Clifton Grant said that the drivers are now back on the job.

Meantime, a follow up meeting is to take place with the JUTC and the ministry of labour and social security on March 7.

In a release this afternoon, the JUTC noted that it remains committed to open dialogue and constructive discussions regarding the concerns raised during today’s meeting.

It said in this regard a follow-up meeting has been scheduled to further address outstanding matters.

Communication Manager of the JUTC Shantole Thompson said today’s strike impacted a large number of commuters.

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