Bus drivers are officially expected to return to work on Wednesday‚ although most might be back behind the wheel on Tuesday.
This comes after labour unions in the bus sector have accepted a wage increment offer of 9% across-the-board‚ bringing to an end a prolonged national strike.
The offer is effective beginning of April this year‚ while a second pay rise increment of 8% will be implemented from April 2019. There will also be allowances‚ including nightshift and subsistence‚ over both years.
The strike was close to being ended on Friday‚ but unions and employers butted heads over the date the increases would be effective – with employers wanting it from the date the agreement was signed‚ and unions wanting it backdated to April.
Commuters have been advised to ensure they check with callcentres or offices for details.
“We would like to apologise to all of our passengers who have been affected by the nationwide bus strike and we look forward to welcoming you again on our coaches,” Greyhound said on its Facebook page.
The end of the strike comes after a more than month-long strike action over remuneration.