Transport secretary says Covid has ‘changed travel habits’ but Aslef cites data showing use above 90% of pre-pandemic levels
Rail unions have dismissed the government’s claim that big savings are needed because of a permanent decline in use since the pandemic, citing official data that showed demand creeping above 90% of pre-pandemic levels during some days late last month.to discuss the future of the industry, stating that ministers are opting for “grandstanding” over an acceptable, gradual plan to modernising the railways.
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