Four rail unions have aligned on a potential national strike date of Dec. 9, with the Signalmen's union agreeing to move back its date in coordination with other unions that rejected [66] The Rail Delivery Group, which represents the UK's train operators, said this was because rotas are agreed with train drivers a week in advance. [61] The strike on 1 October involved around 54,000 workers from four trade unions the RMT, ASLEF, the TSSA and Unite and was the most disruptive of the strikes to date. Sky's Paul Kelso reported a 2% increase in traffic in Greater Manchester when compared to the same day the previous week. The threat of a freight railroad strike has been pushed back to early December, as four major unions have agreed to coordinate the date on which they could potentially go on strike. [138], On 27 June, it was announced that members of the Communication Workers Union (CWU) at 114 Crown Post Offices, the largest branches typically on a high street or city centre, would walk out on 11 July in an ongoing dispute over pay. [33] The action would see the largest outbreak of industrial action in the United Kingdom since 1989,[34] and the first national strike involving the UK's railways since 1994, when signal workers walked out over a pay dispute with Railtrack. The RMT Union has announced two 48-hour strikes this month, which will affect the network nationally on the following dates: ADVERTISEMENT. Rail operators have warned people not to travel on previous strike days, with most routes either completely shut off or running a significantly reduced service. Grant Shapps, the Secretary of State for Transport until 6 September 2022 said that it was not the government's job to negotiate with unions over pay and conditions. Weve been waiting three hours at the check-in, Mr Gregory said at the time. Another passenger told the MEN that they had been waiting for nearly two hours just for the plane to take off due to the IT outage causing baggage delays. The strike did not impact Northern Ireland. The people's voice of Greater Manchester. [141] On 19 July Royal Mail workers belonging to the Communication Workers Union voted to take strike action; the stoppage would involve roughly 115,000 staff members. [51], Ahead of the 13 August ASLEF strike Network Rail confirmed that Birmingham New Street station, the UK's busiest railway station outside London, would be closed for the day, with drivers from four of the five companies that use New Street Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway taking industrial action. 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The RMT union said rail workers will strike for two more dates at the start of February, despite ongoing talks with train companies over a pay deal. [109] According to a poll by Savanta ComRes in December 2022, 47% of respondents supported rail strike action, 34% opposed and 19% were undecided. The action is likely to bring the majority of the railway network to a standstill, with the following 15 operators all set to Um, well We can praise Maya Jama without insulting Laura Whitmore, This week has shown Rishi Sunak is either an idiot or a coward, Jacob Rees-Mogg's bonfire of EU laws is a vanity project that even Brexiteers want rid of, Nursing chief apologises for strikes but says 'we are desperately trying to save the NHS', The BBC has stopped caring about radio Ken Bruce is the price, Do not sell or share my personal information, South Western Railway (depot drivers only). Sunday 11 and Monday 12 December action by RMT union, which will affect. The National Rail journey planner will be updated closer to the strike dates with full information on all journeys. RMT members have now complete four days of all-out strike action, on Tuesday 3-Wednesday 4 and Friday 6-Saturday 7 January. Manchester Airport has issued a statement apologising for delays after passengers claim they were left waiting for hours just to check in. As we head into the new year, two more 48-hour strikes affecting the network nationally have been announced on the following dates: Find out more about planned industrial action in 2022 and 2023 on the National Rail website. This led to media speculation of a possible "summer of discontent" involving widespread industrial unrest.[1][2]. Commenting on this, Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy said "a serious party of government does not join picket lines". All bags are having to go through one bag inspection as the rest arent working. [75] Ticketholders whose trains were cancelled because of industrial action were advised they would be entitled to a refund. The deal in Wales was accepted by all parties involved in the dispute. It is only now years since negotiations began that the law says a strike may be possible. This is on top of the already-announced strike dates over the next couple of weeks and in the first few days of the new year. Speaking of the cashiers, for our final word let us warn you: if you want your treats, make sure to bring cash. They fight them tooth and nail, Iowa working farmer George Naylor told the Militant Nov. 14. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. [50] On 30 July, 5,000 members of ASLEF at eight rail companies, including Southeastern and West Midlands Trains, staged a 24-hour strike. [135] On 7 July the strike action was suspended following further discussions between union representatives and British Airways, which had resulted in what the union described as a "vastly improved" pay offer. [7], The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has claimed that Network Rail is threatening to cut safety-critical jobs (an allegation rejected by Network Rail) as part of its modernisation programme, which would also include an increase in working hours. 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These bakes are too good to miss out on. The first strikes will be taking place from Tuesday 13 December until Wednesday 14 December. [115], Although any legislation would not be quick enough to prevent disruption from the strike action in June, the UK government argued it was required because "unions are threatening action across the economy". July 2022 rail strike dates. Its not been uncommon to see the UKs third largest airport mentioned in headlines similar to this one over the past year or so. [142] The first of four one day Royal Mail strikes was held on 26 August, with further industrial action planned for 31 August, and 8 and 9 September. [81] Rail Business Daily reported a 13% increase in London traffic. It would be the third time the union had staged industrial action during 2022 after members rejected a 3% pay rise and 500 lump sum. Over in Manchesters Chinatown, theres a little family-run spot that is the place to go when youre craving delicate Chinese buns, pastries and cakes. [16] Network Rail made a fresh pay offer on 12 July, which it said was worth more than 5%, but that was again linked to workers accepting "modernising reforms". Services are also likely to start later on days following the end of the strike action. Michael Poushyk, a 49-year-old track worker in the BMWE, was killed Nov. 9 near Dodge City, Kansas, while loading rail trackage with a boom truck. Mick Whelan, general secretary of Aslef, said: The proposal is not and could not ever be acceptable but we are willing to engage in further discussions within the process that we previously agreed. Bing Guan | Reuters. This is a key part of the fight for workers and our unions to take greater and greater control of the work we perform out of the bosses hands. [116] In addition it will also repeal the Trade Union (Wales) Act 2017 passed by the Senedd to outlaw the practice of using agency workers during strikes that occur in Wales. This means that all strike action planned for December 13,14, 16 and 17 will go ahead as planned, as well as further strike action from 6pm on Christmas Eve to 6am to 27 December. [59] On 20 September, both the RMT and ASLEF unions announced a strike for 1 October, with ASLEF announcing an additional strike for 5 October. I sympathize with the railroad workers, said grain farmer and part-time trucker Vernon Jantzen, vice president of the Nebraska Farmers Union. [91] The third day of action also coincided with a Test cricket match in Leeds, prompting TransPennine Express to urge people to avoid travelling there by train. [45] On 13 July, the RMT announced a fourth day of strike action for Wednesday 27 July after rejecting Network Rail's latest pay offer, which it described as "paltry". [76] People were advised not to travel by train on strike days unless their journey was essential,[77] while roads and motorways were expected to be busier than usual, prompting National Highways to advise motorists to check their vehicles before setting out. The action is likely to bring most of the railway network to a standstill, with the following 15 operators all set to be disrupted: The strike is being joined by drivers who are members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT). [117] The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses (Amendment) Regulations 2022 was approved by MPs by 289 votes to 202 on 11 July,[118] and came into force on 21 July. [35], On 7 June, initial strike dates were announced for 21, 23 and 25 June, with rail employees at Network Rail and 13 train operators joining the action. The documents reportedly also contain plans to hire new employees on inferior terms and conditions, including a requirement they work on Sundays and work for longer to qualify for a pension. The STB hearings are scheduled for Dec. 13-14, which would be after the potential start date for a rail strike on Dec. 9. [53] The RMT staged their sixth day of nationwide strike action on 20 August. It was much safer for those farming near the railroad right-of-way when rail workers were riding the rear end of the train as well as on the engine., I sent my ballot in last week, voting no, because the agreement presented from the rail employers and our union officials did not place union rail workers in a stronger position to oppose and reverse the repressive attendance policies, the ongoing speedup harassments, and a crew size that makes the work safer, Lance Anton, a SMART-TD conductor here in Lincoln, told the Militant after his union meeting Nov. 9. [22], As the 1 October strike involved signal workers and drivers, only 11% of train services would be running. [20], On 30 July 2022, Mick Whelan, General Secretary of the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (ASLEF), another rail union involved in a dispute over pay and conditions, claimed during an appearance on LBC not to have spoke to the Secretary of State for Transport for over two years, saying the last time they had spoken was "very early on in the pandemic". [128], On 24 June, members of the RMT working on the London Underground voted to continue with strike action for a further six months in an ongoing dispute over pensions and job cuts. Virtually no trains will run on most lines, particularly those where drivers are on strike: LINCOLN, Neb. However, there will be The union said it was still awaiting an improved offer in writing from Network Rail and the RDG, after rejecting the latest offer of an 8 per cent pay increase, with particular concern around plans to do away with train guards and operate driver-only services. Class-conscious union workers insist no worker has to die on the job! After disrupting rail travel throughout much of last year, train strikes have continued into 2023. The owners of the railroads are more interested in the shareholders than the rail workers. The urgency of rail workers fight to hire more workers, for more regular schedules and larger crews, and for an end to punitive absentee policies and other issues was underscored by the fact that eight rail workers have been killed on the job in the past 2 1/2 months. 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What use is a referendum that means the strike disruption is inevitable?. )[25] Following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, the UK government relieved the companies of their franchises to protect them from financial harm, and issued new contracts that made rail revenue a government concern. Four of the 12 unions have approved their [149] Around 1,600 Unite members working for London United Busways staged a 48-hour strike on 19 and 20 August, affecting bus routes in West and South West London, as well as parts of Surrey. [144] Two days of strike action were subsequently announced for 29 July and 1 August,[145] and went ahead as scheduled. A BMWE welder on the Union Pacific near Spring, Texas, was killed Nov. 5 in an explosion. But BBC News reported that the 2017 law had been passed before changes the Senedd's powers had made clear industrial relations is a "reserved" matter for Westminster. Passengers were also being advised to check with their airline for up-to-date travel advice throughout the day. [148] The strike represented the first such industrial action for three decades. [95] Events impacted by this strike included a Coldplay concert at Wembley Stadium and English Premier League fixtures, with concertgoers and spectators advised to make alternative travel arrangements. All rights reserved. Our members at these companies have not had an increase since 2019, despite soaring inflation, and it is time the companies encouraged, perhaps, by the Government sat down with us and got serious. The airport repeatedly drew criticism for its scenes of chaos for travellers this past summer with extended delays, unplanned flight cancellations, and queues so long that many were required to turn up hours in advance and, even then, still ended up missing their flights in the most unfortunate cases. [66], In Scotland, a separate strike was called for 10 October after the RMT rejected a 5% pay offer from ScotRail that was described as a "kick in the teeth". With many planning to travel across the UK over the festive period, the hopes of making to their destination for the big day without a hitch is now under threat as the RMT Union has this week announced that more industrial action is on the way with thousands of rail staff now set to strike on Christmas Eve too. [23] In January 2023, the Rail Delivery Group made their first pay offer to ASLEF, described as being worth 4% in backdated pay for 2022, and 4% in 2023. He also instructed Labour MPs not to join picket lines, but several, including John McDonnell, Diane Abbott, Kate Osborne and Nadia Whittome, then went on to do so. [146], On 1 July it was confirmed that roughly 370 Unite members employed as bus drivers at Stagecoach in Merseyside would begin eight days of strike action from 4 July in a dispute over wages. 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