Train drivers secure 3.6% pay rise after threat of strikes on busy UK routes

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Train drivers in the UK secured a 3.6% pay rise after a threat of strikes on major routes including London-Manchester. The deal between Avanti West Coast and the Aslef union is the first approved under Andy Burnham's government.

Deal agreed between Avanti West Coast and Aslef is first to be approved by Burnham government Train drivers have secured a significant pay rise after the threat of strike action was floated on busy routes across the UK, including on the busy London-Manchester line. The deal, which was agreed on Saturday between Avanti West Coast and the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers and Firemen (Aslef) union, is the first to be approved by Andy Burnham in his premiership. Continue reading...