UK: ScotRail strikes May 5, 19, and June 11

Event

The Transport Salaried Staffs' Association (TSSA) has announced three 24-hour strikes affecting ScotRail operations. The first strike is planned for Saturday, May 5 (May Day in the UK). The second strike is planned for Saturday, May 19, coinciding with the Scottish Cup Final. The final strike is planned for Monday, June 11. TSSA stated they are willing to stop the strikes should ScotRail suspend its policy of compulsory night shifts.

Context

The strike is organized to protest ScotRail’s decision to cut 20 percent of its CCTV staff in 2017, a decision which TSSA claims has left staff overstretched. Additionally, ScotRail has reportedly recently attempted to foist compulsory night shifts on staff, which workers claim requires them to sacrifice time with their families.

Advice

Potentially affected travelers are advised to confirm rail timetables and to allow for extra time to reach their destinations.