The negotiations follow last week's strike involving 300,000 workers.
Talks get underway today (19 October) which its hoped could pave the way for a new public sector pay deal.
Unions have suspended the second day of strike action planned for Wednesday, after the appointment of an independent third party.
Kevin Foley will work towards getting all sides around the negotiating table.
The negotiations follow last week's strike involving 300,000 workers.
The Taoiseach says he's open to a new public sector pay deal that's 'affordable and improves productivity'.

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