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Peter Davidson

ScotRail service cuts won't last until next summer as SNP minister admits 'network is dependent on rest day working'

SNP transport minister Jenny Gilruth has insisted ScotRail services will "absolutely not" be reduced until summer 2023.

The nationalised rail operator will cut around 700 services from Monday in response to train driver shortages caused by a disagreement with the union Aslef which has seen some drivers decline to work overtime or on rest days.

It is understood the temporary timetable could be in place for weeks and Gilruth was questioned on Friday about whether a quick resolution is possible.

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