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Train strikes: When are the walkouts in December? Tube and train strikes: When are the January walkouts on the London Underground?
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The last in the most recent wave of train strikes will hit Northern and Transpennine Express services on Friday. Passengers on the London Underground face major disruption when workers hold days of strikes in a dispute over pay.
The disruption is part of a series of rolling strikes by members of the train drivers' union, Aslef. It started on Monday, affecting different train companies on different days - alongside an overtime ban lasting until 9 December. Walkouts run between 5 and 12 January, but the full impact will not be felt until the evening of Sunday 7 January, when Tube services wind down.
Mick Whelan, Aslef's general secretary, said last Friday he would resolve the dispute over pay and conditions "tomorrow given the opportunity", but told the BBC the union had only been presented with "a bad faith deal" from operators and had not been in contact since. When are the London Underground strikes?
The Rail Delivery Group has called the latest action by Aslef "unnecessary and avoidable" and said the union's leadership was "blocking a fair and affordable offer". Sunday 7 January
Rail Minister Huw Merriman has said the strikes will cause "more misery for passengers and the hospitality sector this festive period". Tube services end earlier than normal, with customers advised to complete Tube journeys by 17:30
Both Aslef and the RMT union, which represents other rail workers, have taken repeated industrial action over the past 18 months, but the RMT is not currently staging strikes after its members voted to accept a pay offer. Lines serving the Emirates Stadium will try to remain open longer for the Arsenal v Liverpool FA Cup match, but will start to close from 19:30
Many of the affected operators were expected to run no services at all on strike days and travelling on the day before or after strike days might also be affected. Monday 8 to Thursday 11 January
For the latest information, passengers should check National Rail or individual operators' websites. Severe disruption is expected, with little to no Tube service
As well as the strikes, train drivers also refused to work any overtime between Friday 1 and Saturday 9 December. Friday, 12 January
On overtime ban days, there are likely to be some last-minute cancellations or timetable reductions. Tube services will start later than normal, with a good service expected by midday
What about the RMT? Throughout the period, disruption is also possible on the Elizabeth line, the Docklands Light Railway and London Overground. Buses and trams are not affected by the strikes.
Rail workers in the RMT union have voted to accept an offer from 14 train companies. Transport for London strike information
That lifts the threat of RMT strikes until at least the spring. Why are London Underground workers striking?
However, there could be more strike action later next year as the agreement does not cover future pay deals and the government and rail operating companies still want to push through changes to the way the industry works. The disruption is because of strikes by train operators, engineering train drivers and other workers including those responsible for network control, signalling, fleet maintenance and stations.
Are there still strikes on the Tube? Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) voted to take the industrial action over a "below inflation pay offer".
Strike action by thousands of RMT members who work in Tube stations was suspended in October following "significant progress" in talks between the union and London Underground. Transport for London (TfL) said the pay rise was "the most we can afford". It is trying to make about £230m of savings as part of a government funding deal that was agreed in August 2022.
A previous strike by RMT members over 600 job closures and conditions was called off in October after significant progress in talks with TfL.
When are the next rail strikes?
Rail workers who are members of the RMT and train drivers union Aslef, have been locked in a row with train companies over pay and working conditions.
Industrial action by both unions has resulted in huge disruption on the country's railways over the last 18 months, with trains frequently cancelled on strike days.
The RMT is not holding strikes until at least spring after its members voted to accept a pay offer. However talks over future pay deals and working practices still remain.
In December, Aslef members voted to continue taking strike action for the next six months but no dates have yet been announced.
Unions in disputes need to reballot members every six months to see if they want to continue with industrial action.
Can I get my money back for strike days?Can I get my money back for strike days?
Passengers with advance tickets can be refunded fee-free if the train that they are booked on is cancelled, delayed or rescheduled.   The TfL website says: "We do not give refunds for delays outside our control, including strikes."
Rail passengers with advance tickets can be refunded fee-free if the train they are booked on is cancelled, delayed or rescheduled.  
If passengers have a return ticket they may also be entitled to a fee-free refund if any part of the journey is cancelled due to strikes.If passengers have a return ticket they may also be entitled to a fee-free refund if any part of the journey is cancelled due to strikes.
Season ticket holders (flexi, monthly or longer) who cannot travel can claim 100% compensation for strike dates through the Delay Repay scheme. Season ticket holders (flexi, monthly or longer) who cannot travel, can claim 100% compensation for strike dates through the Delay Repay scheme.
Why are rail workers striking?
Unions say they want a pay offer reflecting the rising cost of living.
But the rail industry is under pressure to save money, after the pandemic left a hole in its finances.
The industry says changes to ways of working need to be agreed in order for pay to go up.
Which workers are allowed to go on strike?
How much are rail workers paid?How much are rail workers paid?
The average salary of rail workers in 2022 was £45,919, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).The average salary of rail workers in 2022 was £45,919, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
If drivers are excluded (because they tend to be members of the Aslef union, not RMT) its estimate is £39,518. However, the RMT union said that figure was too high because it does not include rail cleaning staff.If drivers are excluded (because they tend to be members of the Aslef union, not RMT) its estimate is £39,518. However, the RMT union said that figure was too high because it does not include rail cleaning staff.
The ONS says median pay for "train and tram drivers" is just under £59,000.The ONS says median pay for "train and tram drivers" is just under £59,000.
How much are rail workers paid?How much are rail workers paid?
What has happened to pay in the UK?What has happened to pay in the UK?
What deals have been accepted and rejected?
The Rail Delivery Group (RDG), which represents train companies, made an offer backdating a pay rise of 5% for 2022-23. It also includes some job security guarantees.
After voting to accept the deal, the RMT said it would continue to negotiate with individual operators over reforms to working practices and a second year's pay rise.
The Aslef union rejected a two-year offer which would see drivers get a backdated pay rise of 4% for 2022 and a 4% increase this year.
Aslef general secretary Mick Whelan has said it had been forced into taking industrial action because the train companies "refuse to sit down and talk to us and have not made a fair and sensible pay offer".
The Department for Transport has said: "The government has met the rail unions, listened to them and facilitated improved offers on pay and reform."
Separately, a revised offer from Network Rail was accepted by RMT members on 20 March, ending a dispute with signal workers and maintenance staff.
The union said the offer amounted to an uplift on salaries of between 14.4% for the lowest paid grades to 9.2% for the highest paid.
How much notice do unions have to give before going on strike?How much notice do unions have to give before going on strike?
Unions are obliged to give at least 14 days' notice of any strike action.Unions are obliged to give at least 14 days' notice of any strike action.
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