Train drivers, who are causing disruption this week by refusing to work overtime, will stage another week of overtime ban later this month.
Aslef, the train drivers’ union, announced on Monday that its members at 15 train operators will refuse to work overtime from July 17 to 22.
This follows a week-long overtime ban which began on Monday until July 8.
Many train companies rely on drivers working overtime to run their full schedules. As a result of the overtime ban, train operators will reduce their service levels, and passengers are being advised to check before they travel.
Union Wants ‘Fair Deal’
Mick Whelan, Aslef’s general secretary, said: “We want to resolve this dispute. Train drivers don’t want to be inconveniencing the public….