Title: Christmas Strikes on Avanti West Coast Postponed as RMT Members Vote on Revised Offer
The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has decided to suspend the planned strike action by train managers at Avanti West Coast following the reception of a new offer from the company. The key elements of the revised proposal include enhanced Rest Day Working payments, discussions on a new technology agreement, and the creation of a Rest Day Working allocation agreement. However, the dispute between RMT and Avanti West Coast is not yet resolved, as members will now vote on the revised offer in a referendum ending on Tuesday, December 17.
Avanti West Coast Strike Postponed
Originally scheduled to walk out on December 22, 23, and 29, the train managers at Avanti West Coast were set to strike over rest day working. The decision to postpone the strike comes as a result of the new offer received by RMT, which will now be put to a vote by the affected members. This development provides a temporary reprieve for passengers traveling during the busy Christmas period.
London Underground and Rail Fare Increase
In other transportation news, London Underground and rail fares are set to increase by an average of 4.6% next year, starting from March 2, 2025. The rise in fares will help fund Transport for London (TfL) projects and improvements, including the upcoming Superloop 2 and further upgrades to the Tube network. Despite the fare hikes, Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced that bus and tram fares will remain frozen to alleviate the financial burden on commuters.
Impact on Commuters
The 4.6% average fare increase will impact daily commuters, with some fares rising more than others to round off the pricing structure. For instance, a single pay-as-you-go fare in zone 1 will see a 10p increase from the current price of £2.80. Concessions such as Zip photocards and student passes will remain unaffected by the fare hike, providing some relief for specific groups of travelers.
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