Hull Stagecoach bus strikes called off after pay deal agreed

Strikes by Stagecoach bus drivers in Hull have been called off after a pay deal was reached.

Around 250 workers were on strike for four weeks.

The Unite Union says a two year pay deal increase has been reached worth 20%.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “This is a major victory for Hull’s Stagecoach workers, who, by standing together, achieved a substantial pay increase."

Matt Cranwell, Managing Director for Stagecoach East Midlands, said:

“We’re pleased to have reached a positive agreement with Unite on a new pay deal, that has now been fully accepted by their members.

“We’re very proud of our team, who do a great job in delivering vital transport connections for our communities. Today’s agreement means that we can now focus on the future ahead and making sure we deliver the best possible service for our passengers in Hull.“

Dave Monaghan is from Unite the union – he says the bus drivers will be getting their pay by next month:

"We had a meeting last Friday - a number of offers and counter offers were put forward. But we got to a stage where we thought we can recommend this to our members.

"And it does get them to the £13 with effect from December"