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A passenger at the Eurostar arrivals area at St Pancras Station
STAFFING levels on railways are vital to protect women passengers, speakers told the TUC Women’s Conference in London today.
Delegates heard that railways in Britain have become profit-driven under the Tory government, with bosses planning to close most ticket offices and extend driver-only operation (DOO) across the network.
Rail union members warned that this would make public transport less safe, secure and accessible for women and girls as well as those with disabilities.
EDDIE DEMPSEY explains why the RMT is calling for urgent action against assaults on staff and passengers on our public transport system
A just transition to Great British Railways and a clean and safe railway for all is not only desirable but also necessary. MARYAM ESLAMDOUST explains
On the eve of the 157th Trades Union Congress, MICK WHELAN, general secretary of Aslef, the train drivers’ union, celebrates victory in his campaign to get dignity for drivers at work
