Transport for Wales staff have received an update regarding the recent strike threat. The potential strike action seems to have been avoided as a revised offer has been presented by Transport for Wales to its employees, a move that has been positively received by union representatives. The dispute arose when the union rejected a proposed two-year pay offer of 3.5% for the first year, followed by pay linked to RPI inflation in the second year. Union members across various roles such as station staff, depot managers, controllers, and customer services were considering industrial action, including strikes and other forms of protest.
The Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association (TSSA) has mentioned that the new offer from Transport for Wales includes a 5% pay raise in the first year and a commitment to match the RPI rate in the second year. Additionally, there is a pledge to engage in productivity discussions with the aim of reducing working hours to 35 hours per week for certain grades. TSSA General Secretary Maryam Eslamdoust expressed satisfaction with the revised offer, stating that after clear feedback from TSSA members indicating their readiness to vote on industrial action, Transport for Wales adjusted their proposal.
The resolution of this potential strike threat is a positive development for both Transport for Wales and its employees. The willingness to engage in constructive dialogue and reach a mutually agreeable solution demonstrates a commitment to fostering a positive working relationship. As union members now have an improved offer to consider, the focus can shift towards productive discussions and agreements that benefit all parties involved.