Acas: Network Rail strikes called off
A planned 24-hour strike by Network Rail workers from 5pm on Thursday and a 48-hour strike next week have been called off, said arbitration service Acas.
RMT to consult on revised offer from Network Rail
The RMT union has called off a potential strike and will discuss the details of a new revised package.
The new offer from Network Rail which has led to the cancellation of planned strikes involves a 2% pay rise this year, RPI next year, a job security package and efficiency savings, according to sources.
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