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RMT Overtime and Rest Day Ban Triggers Short-Notice Cancellations on CrossCountry Services

The ban on overtime/rest day shifts from June 9 to October 25 is disrupting major CrossCountry routes

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Overview

  • RMT members at CrossCountry have imposed a work-to-rule ban on overtime/rest day shifts for weekdays and Saturdays
  • The industrial action runs from June 9 through October 25 with short-notice cancellations expected on all routes except Sundays when the ban is lifted
  • Key routes such as Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meads, Nottingham to Cardiff Central and the new Plymouth to Glasgow Central service are likely to face cancellations
  • The union launched the action after CrossCountry declined to negotiate enhanced pay rates for overtime and rest day duties and to grant proper recognition for its members
  • CrossCountry has urged passengers to verify travel plans on the carrier’s website or National Rail Enquiries before departure and on the day of travel