The
prospect of rail chaos is expected to move closer later this week when RMT
workers are likely to vote for industrial action.
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vote to strike is expected on Thursday from 7,000 rail workers after they
rejected a 3 per cent pay offer and opposed plans to end final salary pensions
for new employees.
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strikes could coincide with potential action on London Underground. Workers are
currently being balloted for a walkout, with 10 June – the day of European and
London elections – the likely date for any action.
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strike on Network Rail would be the first major action over a dispute in which
pension provision is a key issue.
