ScotRail service disruptions expected to continue as drivers 'refuse overtime'

ScotRail says it's presently experiencing a driver scarcity and to anticipate some providers to be cancelled.

Right now the Glasgow Central Low Stage line reopened, nonetheless there are nonetheless anticipated disruptions brought on by the shortages.

It has been brought on by delayed coaching for brand new drivers throughout the pandemic, in accordance with the nationwide rail operator.

Till lately drivers would work additional time to fill within the gaps, with ScotRail saying it's "reliant" on drivers engaged on their relaxation days, nonetheless as a result of a latest pay dispute drivers at the moment are refusing to work additional time.

The drivers' union ASLEF stated that its intention is to suggest a poll for strike motion, following a proposed 2.2 per cent pay improve.

On the scenario, ScotRail has stated "a major variety of drivers, however not all, have declined to make themselves accessible for additional time or relaxation day working."

On account of this, they are saying "some providers will likely be cancelled."

The two.2 per cent pay improve comes after three will increase in pay between 2019 and 2020. Prepare drivers presently have a median wage of £53,444, in accordance with Glassdoor.

Kevin Lindsay, ASLEF's Scotland organiser, stated final Monday: "ASLEF members who've stored the nation transferring all through the pandemic have been offered with a derisory pay supply from ScotRail administration which takes no account of the price of residing disaster staff face."

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