13 February 2025
RMT Press Office:
Rail union, RMT has suspended strike action by Avanti train managers for the next three Sundays to allow for intensive negotiations in the long-running dispute over rest day working.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said:
“This breakthrough has been achieved through the strength and determination of our members, whose industrial action has forced Avanti to engage seriously with this dispute. As a result, strike action has been suspended to allow space for constructive talks.”
“We are fully committed to using the next three weeks productively to secure a negotiated settlement in good faith. However, Avanti must demonstrate a real willingness to compromise if it wants to avoid an escalation of this dispute in the coming weeks and months.”
The union remains focused on delivering a fair resolution for its members and will continue to hold Avanti accountable throughout the negotiation process.
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