RMT members gathering at pickets across Wales
Rail workers are gathering as strikes cause major disruption across Wales
RMT Union members are gathering at picket lines across Wales after rejecting an offer they say included a 5% and 4% pay rise over two years with thousands of job losses, a 50% cut in scheduled maintenance tasks and a 30% increase in unsocial hours.
Rail workers are striking today in a row over pay and job conditions. Commuters and travelers are being warned that the ongoing industrial action will have a huge impact on majority of train services throughout Wales. People are being advised to find an alternative method of transport.
RMT Secretary General Mick Lynch said: " We have rejected this offer as it does not meet any of our criteria for securing a settlement on long term job security, a decent pay rise and protecting working conditions."