Transport Secretary sticks it to Andy Burnham for supporting rail strikes and the mayor is NOT happy
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has called for transport workers to 'reconsider' strike action - and slammed Mayor Andy Burnham for supporting workers over pay deals. Mr Burnham's office have responded to the scathing attack by questioning Mr Shapps' undermining of people’s right to fight for their income, and accused the Government of 'playing politics'.
Mr Shapps' comments have followed widespread strike action among rail and bus workers, with further walk-outs planned for this month and next month. Workers at eight rail firms are due to strike on July 30, while Network Rail and 14 train operating companies are to go on strike for two more days in August, in a move that will hit passengers again.
He added: "And, contrary to what some have claimed, I want a growing railway where workers receive a decent annual pay rise. We also have been clear that, under our reforms, any station which is currently staffed will remain so." He added: "We’re turning the current railway model on its head. Great British Railways will be the guiding mind the industry has long called for. We’re replacing the broken franchising model and getting a grip on spiralling costs. A ticketing revolution will see simpler and more flexible fares, digital ticketing and increased pay as you go services.
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