Train Services Cut in Liverpool This Weekend Due to Strike Action

Liverpool: This weekend, train services in Liverpool are taking a hit. Commuters are in for a rough ride as strikes kick off. The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) is behind the action, and it’s all about a dispute over rest days for train managers.

So, if you’re planning to travel, you might want to rethink your plans. Avanti West Coast is urging folks to travel on Saturday or Monday instead. They’re running a limited timetable, and it’s going to be busy.

On strike days, only one train an hour will run between London Euston and cities like Birmingham, Manchester, and Liverpool. Plus, some areas like north Wales and Blackpool won’t see any Avanti services at all.

Mick Lynch, the RMT general secretary, has been vocal about the situation. He pointed out that Avanti is paying replacement managers a hefty sum while the regular staff are left in the lurch. It’s a frustrating situation for everyone involved.

Avanti’s customer experience director, Kathryn O’Brien, expressed disappointment over the extended strike. She’s asking customers to be patient and check their travel plans carefully. If you have tickets for the strike days, it’s best to look for alternative travel dates or get a refund.

The bottom line? If you’re in Liverpool this weekend, keep an eye on the train schedules and be prepared for some delays. It’s a bit of a mess, but hopefully, things will get sorted out soon.