THE 1,000 workers at Cad bury's plant in Coolock are threatened with being laid off over a dispute between fitters and electricians.
The dispute arose following a walk out by craft workers after ii disagreement over demarcation between members of the AEEU and the TEEU unions. Cadbury's management has warned staff that lay offs could result if the workers do not return today.
The craft workers' action is understood to be unofficial. Spokesmen for the craft unions could not be contacted last night, but other union sources said today would be "critical" in averting lay offs, and strong pressure is expected to be exerted on those involved.