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LNER Train Drivers Announce 22-Day Weekend Strike Amid Industrial Relations Breakdown

The strikes, unrelated to the recent national pay deal, will affect services between London and Edinburgh from September to November.

  • ASLEF union cites bullying by management and broken agreements as reasons for the strike.
  • The industrial action will occur every Saturday and Sunday from September 1 to November 10.
  • LNER promises to work on minimizing disruption for passengers during the strike period.
  • The national pay dispute with train drivers has seen a proposed 14% pay rise over three years.
  • Government and union leaders continue to negotiate to prevent further disruptions.
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