Road open as strikers disperse
Traffic can now pass through, but motorists are urged to be cautious
This morning (March 23), Public Safety officials had to close Lyell Street due to uThukela staff protesting and burning tyres.
The protesters have since dispersed and the road is now open to traffic.
The staff said they are striking because management broke certain agreements that were made after the last industrial action. This is the second day in a row that striking workers have brought uThukela to a standstill.
A large police presence has been monitoring the strike.
After numerous attempts to contact uThukela for comment, none has been received.
Also read: uThukela staff on strike again
Motorists travelling in this direction are advised to exercise caution, as some of the tyres are still in the road.
The news provided to you in this link has been investigated and compiled by the editorial staff of the Newcastle Advertiser, a sold newspaper distributed in the Newcastle area. Please follow us on Youtube and feel free to like, comment, and subscribe. For more local news, visit our webpage, follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and request an add on our WhatsApp (082 874 5550).
