Train drivers on the Elizabeth Lines are set to strike in coming weeks, the union has announced.
The drivers will walk out on 27th February, 1st March, 8th March and 10th March.
Aslef, the driver’s union, say the strike is over pay disputes.
Mick Whelan, Aslef’s general secretary, said: “Our members have been instrumental in the success of the Elizabeth Line – it’s a partnership, in practice, between the company and its employees – but, despite our best efforts, MTR [the trainline operator] has decided not to recognise the input, the importance, and the value of train drivers in this success.”
It said: “Drivers voted overwhelmingly for industrial action: 95 per cent yes, 5 per cent no, on a turnout of 88 per cent.”
A spokesperson for Transport for London told City London News: “We encourage ASLEF and MTR Elizabeth Line to continue working towards resolving this dispute and avoid impacting our customers with strike action.”
They also said: “MTR Elizabeth line’s offer of a 4.5% pay increase is fair, and in line with pay deals ASLEF have already agreed with other rail operators.”
Mike Bagshaw, managing director for MTR Elizabeth line, said: “The offer would have maintained some of the highest salaries in the industry, along with enhanced terms and conditions.
“We remain committed to engaging with ASLEF in the hope of resolving this dispute.”
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StandfirstAslef, the drivers' union, have announced the strikes for February and March.
Train drivers on the Elizabeth Lines are set to strike in coming weeks, the union has announced.
The drivers will walk out on 27th February, 1st March, 8th March and 10th March.
Aslef, the driver’s union, say the strike is over pay disputes.
Mick Whelan, Aslef’s general secretary, said: “Our members have been instrumental in the success of the Elizabeth Line – it’s a partnership, in practice, between the company and its employees – but, despite our best efforts, MTR [the trainline operator] has decided not to recognise the input, the importance, and the value of train drivers in this success.”
It said: “Drivers voted overwhelmingly for industrial action: 95 per cent yes, 5 per cent no, on a turnout of 88 per cent.”
A spokesperson for Transport for London told City London News: “We encourage ASLEF and MTR Elizabeth Line to continue working towards resolving this dispute and avoid impacting our customers with strike action.”
They also said: “MTR Elizabeth line’s offer of a 4.5% pay increase is fair, and in line with pay deals ASLEF have already agreed with other rail operators.”
Mike Bagshaw, managing director for MTR Elizabeth line, said: “The offer would have maintained some of the highest salaries in the industry, along with enhanced terms and conditions.
“We remain committed to engaging with ASLEF in the hope of resolving this dispute.”
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