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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Joe Middleton

Train drivers to hold first of three rail strikes in England this week

Avanti West Coast train at Stockport station
Avanti West Coast will be among the services affected by Aslef strikes on Wednesday and Saturday. Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The Guardian

Passengers are bracing for the first of three rail strikes this week as services in England come to a standstill amid a long-running dispute over pay and conditions.

Members of the drivers’ union Aslef will embark on a 24-hour strike on Wednesday. The union also plans to strike on Saturday.

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