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Following the budget allocation from the Secretary of State, Translink did not receive a budget for a pay offer from the Department for Infrastructure and as such cannot make a pay offer at this time," a Translink spokesperson said. In a joint statement, the three unions said representatives met with Mr Conway and "highlighted the ability of Secretary of State Chris Heaton-Harris to intervene and adequately fund public transport", including a cost of living adjusted pay increase.

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The company said it understands and recognises the concerns that led to the decision to vote for the strike but is urging them to not to take the action that could "further exacerbate the financial pressures on Translink".