It's thought Unite union members will vote in favour of an agreement to end a dispute over bus drivers entitlement to a paid lunch break.

A ballot is taking place on Thursday after a deal was struck between the Unite union and the Department of Community, Culture and Leisure yesterday afternoon (Mon).

Known as agreement three, Chief Executive of the Department of Community Culture and Leisure Nick Black says whilst it's frustrating that the deal had been on the table for some time, he's optimistic both sides can now move forward