Christmas travel chaos as train workers to stage series of strikes - full list of dates
Significant disruptions are on the horizon for train passengers as workers from the CrossCountry railway plan a series of strikes during the Christmas holiday season. The planned action is expected to create substantial chaos and inconvenience for travellers in December, coinciding with the festive period.
The strikes are slated to take place on key dates in December, raising serious concerns about travel plans for families and holiday-goers. These industrial actions are part of ongoing disputes regarding pay and working conditions, and they could significantly limit the availability of train services across the network. Many people rely on train travel during the busy Christmas season, making the impact of these strikes particularly severe.
Here is the full list of strike dates:
1. December 23, 2023
2. December 24, 2023
3. December 25, 2023
4. December 26, 2023
5. December 27, 2023
The implications of these strikes extend beyond mere inconveniences. Passengers are advised to plan alternative travel arrangements and keep abreast of service updates leading up to the strikes. Rail companies are actively working to mitigate the impact, but the prospect of severe travel disruptions looms, particularly for those planning to visit family and friends over the holiday season.