Fresh train strike means no train services in Dorset today
South Western Railway services are being severely disrupted
Train services through Dorset are cancelled today (Tuesday 30th January), as members of the ASLEF union continue their strike action.
Drivers are walking out, meaning a very limited service on South Western Railway routes, and nothing south of Basingstoke and Guildford.
Any trains that are still running will also only operate between 7.00am and 7.00pm today.
Customers are advised to only travel if absolutely necessary and to avoid the first and last trains of the day, which are likely to be extremely busy.
The action short of a strike, meaning a ban on overtime working, will also continue through until Tuesday 6th February.
Stuart Meek, South Western Railway’s Chief Operating Officer, said:
“We’re very sorry to announce that industrial action, including full strike action, will affect our network at the end of January and into early February.
“It has been a tough start to the year due to adverse weather conditions and these damaging strikes will cause yet more disruption for our customers.
“Our advice is to only travel if absolutely necessary on Tuesday 30th January and to check before travelling on all other affected dates. It is also vital that customers check their entire journey on all the affected dates, as other operators will be affected.
“Once again we’re very sorry for the disruption this will cause and we thank our customers for their continued patience.”