The deal will now be in place until the end of January.
A Workplace Relations Commission agreement that covers temporary lay-offs at Tara Mines has been extended.
After SIPTU met management yesterday, the union says the company's agreed to extend the deal until the 31st of January.
It includes a €65 retainer to all workers on temporary lay-off along with the extension to the premium payment of health insurance.
SIPTU Sector Organiser, John Regan says they have also called for the Tara Mines to be reopened as soon as possible:
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