British motoring groups have warned drivers to expect a surge in traffic as train passengers switch to road transport during the upcoming rail strikes. The Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers’ union (RMT) has stated that it will “shut down” the country’s railway network on June 21, 23, and 25 in what union leaders say will…
UK Minister Says Millions Face ‘Misery’ in Biggest Rail Strike for Over 30 Years
A British minister has warned that travellers will suffer “misery” amid disruptions caused by upcoming rail strikes, which are expected to be the biggest for 30 years. The Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers’ union (RMT) has stated that it will “shut down” the country’s railway network on June 21, 23, and 25 in what union…
Fears of ‘Disastrous’ Disruptions as UK Rail Union Votes for Nationwide Strike
The UK government and rail industry leaders have warned of “disastrous” consequences after unionised railway workers voted overwhelmingly to strike, threatening massive disruption to the network in the coming weeks. Members of the National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) backed launching a campaign of industrial action over jobs, pay, and conditions. Among…
UK’s Johnson Calls for Talks as Unions Threaten ‘Biggest Rail Strike in Modern History’
May 23, 2022
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British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged rail unions to talk to the government before causing “irreparable damage” with strike action. The National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers (RMT) is holding a ballot of its 40,000 members on plans to strike over jobs, pay, and conditions. The ballot is set to close on…
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