RMT, ASLEF and TSSA unions agree a payment deal with Transport for Wales

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A wage deal with RMT, ASLEF, TSSA and Unite unions has been confirmed by Transport for Wales in the ongoing National Rail dispute.

The total deal includes a 4.5% base salary increase, with different parts receiving different payment models.

Deputy Minister for Climate Change responsible for transport, Lee Waters, said: “This is fantastic news and highlights how things can be done differently in Wales, securing a fair wage deal through a progressive social partnership with unions that recognize the value of our railway workers. We urge the Government The United Kingdom strongly encourages us to follow our example by negotiating a wage settlement with unions in England so that further strike action and disruption to passengers and freight may be avoided.”

James Price, Chief Executive of TfW, said: “We are very pleased to have reached an agreement with all of our trade union partners in the industry – ASLEF, RMT, TSSA and Unite. We continue to work collaboratively with our trade unions as we build our social partnership model that It offers benefits to everyone.

“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our negotiating partners and also highlight the importance of supporting our workforce in this cost of living crisis.”

Natalie Fili, Regional Organiser, TSSA Western Region added: “After negotiating at times in difficult circumstances, the TSSA is pleased that we were able to secure a good deal for our members. This is testament to the social partnership approach we actively adopt and promote in all our dealings with the company.”

Alan McCarthy, Regional Coordinating Officer, Unite Wales said: “This remains a very challenging time for workers, with no clear signs of easing the cost of living issue yet. We are pleased with the trade unions’ social partnership approach and the TfW has resulted in a negotiated offer that workers felt was fair and voted to accept.”

RMT General Secretary Mick Lynch said: “RMT is very committed to achieving a fair deal for all rail workers. TFW’s recognition of RMT’s strong mandate in this field has helped us make good progress. The Welsh Government has clearly shown that rail disputes can be avoided through meaningful negotiation.”

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