Labour Government Initiates New Talks to Resolve Train Drivers' Pay Dispute

Department for Transport to meet Aslef union leaders next week aiming for a breakthrough in the two-year-long rail strike saga.

This marks the first pay deal discussions in two years between the Labour government and Aslef.
Union leaders express optimism for a positive resolution under the new administration.
Train drivers have not received a salary increase since 2019, leading to significant disruptions.
The Rail Delivery Group will not participate in these initial talks.
Transport Secretary Louise Haigh emphasizes the need to reset workforce relations and prioritize passengers.