A minister has said he fears this week’s rail and Tube strikes will go ahead and that the public should get ready for widespread disruption - despite last ditch talks between rail companies and union chiefs.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport Union is due to meet with the rail operating companies and Network Rail later on Monday to try and avert a walk out on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday which could cripple national transport networks. Workers on the Tube are also set to strike on Tuesday.
