Strike action by bus employees in Cardiff called off following agreement in negotiations
Cardiff Bus Strike Called Off After Acceptance of Wage Deal
After a series of strikes by bus workers at Cardiff City Transport Services (Cardiff Bus), a resolution has been reached. The strike, which was initiated due to a dispute over pay and conditions, has been called off following the acceptance of a deal by 450 members of the trade union Unite.
The accepted deal is said to offer a significant pay rise of 5.8%. This increase is considered a significant victory for the workers, who were seeking better remuneration for their services.
The union, Unite, approved the deal, acknowledging it as a step towards improving and protecting pay and conditions for their members, as well as for the long-term benefit of the sector in Wales.
Unite general secretary, Sharon Graham, made a statement regarding the dispute at Cardiff Bus, expressing her pride in the union's members for their determination and resilience. She emphasised that the workers had fought to improve and protect their pay and conditions, and the outcome of the negotiations is a testament to their efforts.
It is important to note that the name of the person or leadership group responsible for negotiating wages and working conditions at Cardiff Bus remains unspecified.
This development is expected to bring much-needed stability to the operations of Cardiff Bus and improve the working conditions for its employees. The resolution of the dispute is a positive step forward for both the workers and the company.
As the situation continues to unfold, we will keep you updated on any further developments regarding the pay deal at Cardiff Bus.
