UK: Union announces Tyne and Wear Metro strike January 6-7

Event

The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has called for a strike on the Tyne and Wear Metro from Monday, January 6, through Tuesday, January 7, to demand better pay. The operator has said that there will be no metro services if the work stoppage goes ahead, including to Newcastle International Airport (NCL). 

Transportation disruptions including delays and cancelations are expected during the strike, as well as an increased demand for alternative means of transport.

Advice

Potentially affected individuals are advised to monitor developments to the situation, confirm train reservations, maintain a flexible travel itinerary, and anticipate transportation disruptions and residual delays.