Strike News Page 10
British Airways injunction result statement
“We are delighted for our customers that the threat of a Christmas strike has been lifted by the court.”
Safe and reliable rail service maintained during strike
All peak-time rail services in south Wales ran unaffected this morning despite the strike action. 95% of the trains arrived on time, bringing thousands of passengers to their destinations safely.
Strike will not affect main line services or safety in South Wales
Network Rail is assuring passengers that strike action, scheduled to take place in south Wales next week, will have minimal effect on rail services. The busy south Wales main line will remain open for business and train services will run as normal on the six days.
Unions refuse NXEA request to halt strike action while talks continue
After three days of talks this week to prevent strike action on Thursday 6 and Friday 7 August, an agreement has not been reached with the trade unions.
Rail strikes: both sides are to blame this time
Passengers struggling to get into work today on National Express services will no doubt be wishing that, rather than face the prospect of two days of strikes by rail unions, they had gone on holiday