Judge says bridge must stay open

A High Court judge yesterday ordered that a railway bridge over the River Barrow, which has been affected by industrial action…

A High Court judge yesterday ordered that a railway bridge over the River Barrow, which has been affected by industrial action by signal workers, should remain open during the existing dispute and any similar future disputes. The court was told the bridge needs to kept open to ensure the passage of ships to and from New Ross.

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