An outcome from the arbitration set up to resolve a dispute between IMPACT driver testers and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) is expected next week. The row, over outsourcing and recruitment of a reserve panel of driving testers, led to a half day strike earlier this month.

The union met the independent arbitrator and made its submission last week. The arbitrator’s determination is binding on both sides under clause 1.27 of the Croke Park Agreement.