Aslef Union Strikes Cause Major Disruption to Train Services
The industrial action, part of a long-standing pay dispute, is expected to test new minimum service level regulations.
- Aslef union members have begun a series of strikes and an overtime ban, causing significant disruption to train services across England.
- The strikes are part of a long-running pay dispute, with some drivers having not received a pay increase for almost five years.
- The industrial action is expected to be the first test of new minimum service level regulations, which aim to ensure a minimum of 40% of services run during strikes.
- Despite the new regulations, none of the affected train companies have elected to use the power to implement minimum service levels.
- The strikes are expected to continue until negotiations towards a pay deal are initiated.
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