When are next train strikes in UK? Will Christmas services be hit? Check dates

Probably, there are no hopes of the railway commencing its services full-fledged with the rejection of a pay offer for the Network Rail workers. National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers commonly known as the RMT members will not move ahead with a couple of 48-hour strikes at 14 train companies and Network Railway from Tuesday and Friday this week.
Details of the Network Rail’s Campaign

With 63.6 per cent votes for rejection of Network Rail’s offer on 83 per cent turnout, the members of Network Rail are all set to conduct further strikes so as to come up with a negotiated agreement. Members of the Network Rail are strongly determined to continue with their campaign of a square deal for the workers, perfect working conditions, and a decent increase in payment.

How will the Train Strikes Affect Travelers?

The travelers have been instructed to get hold of other mediums to reach their destinations as 80% of the trains will remain canceled owing to two 48-hour strikes. 14 train operating agencies and approximately 40 000 RMT members through Network Rail will participate in a series of strikes this week, with more action coming in December and January.

FAQs:

1. When will the next train strikes take place?
   The first 48-hour train strike will occur on Tuesday 13, and Wednesday, December 14. And then, there will be a repeat action on December 16 Friday and December 17 Saturday.
2. What is the plan of the TSSA members?
   The TSSA members will also be a part of strikes at LNER, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, South Eastern, and Govia Thameslink, and they will not work on behalf of the rail workers to might be involved in the strikes.