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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Jack Simpson

Train drivers at Northern and LNER to strike in March, Aslef union announces

LNER train
Rail passengers face disruption to services on Northern and LNER lines next month. Photograph: Ken Jack/Getty Images

Train drivers at Northern and LNER are to strike next month after the Aslef union claimed the rail operators had persistently failed to comply with agreements.

Aslef members will go on strike on 1 March, a move that is likely to cause widespread disruption for passengers. An overtime ban at both companies will also take effect between 29 February and 2 March.

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