RMT members have overwhelmingly voted in favour of a deal to resolve their extended conflict regarding wages and working conditions, as announced by the union.
This agreement includes a retroactive pay proposal, potentially granting each member a minimum lump sum of £1,750 before the Christmas holiday.
The deal also encompasses an unconditional salary offer and guarantees no forced layoffs until the end of 2024.
The union, representing 20,000 members involved in the current dispute, including ticket office personnel and train guards, has engaged in over 20 days of strikes since their initial national strike in June 2022.
Despite this resolution, commuters will continue to face disruptions due to upcoming rail strikes by Aslef union train drivers, who are engaged in a separate conflict over pay and conditions.
Mick Lynch, RMT’s general secretary, stated: “Our members have decisively chosen to accept this offer, and I applaud their resilience throughout this lengthy industrial struggle.
“We will continue discussions with train operators regarding their desired reforms. We remain committed to fiercely protecting our members’ terms and conditions, both now and in the future.
“This campaign demonstrates that persistent strike action and solidarity yield results. Our members should take pride in their contribution to achieving this agreement.”
Train Strikes Scheduled for December to Proceed
This week marks the beginning of another series of strikes and rail disruptions for commuters, with train drivers initiating a series of walkouts and an overtime ban leading up to Christmas.
Train drivers, represented by Aslef, are engaged in a different conflict compared to RMT members, who have agreed to a pay offer.
This ongoing disruption adds to the challenges faced by travellers, who have endured 18 months of disturbances since unions initiated their pay dispute with the Government and train operating companies.
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