Merseyside is set to face a day of double bus strikes next week as staff from the region's two main operators walk out at the same time.
Disputes between the Unite union and both Stagecoach and Arriva have failed to reach a resolution, meaning staff from both companies are set to walk out next Wednesday.
The Arriva dispute affects 1800 workers across the whole north west and also involves the GMB union. Earlier this month workers voted overwhelmingly to strike over what Unite says was a 'pitiful' pay offer. The ECHO understands further talks have not reached a resolution and as things stand, that first region-wide walk out will take place on Wednesday.
