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Greater Manchester Metrolink tram drivers to strike 5–7 Dec over fatigue and shifts

Minor Light rail/tram (public transport)
Around 320 Unite members at KeolisAmey Metrolink depots plan a three‑day walkout citing unsafe long‑hours rosters and insufficient rest days.

Public Impact

🚇 Metro

Effective Dates

Dec 5, 2025
Dec 6, 2025
Dec 7, 2025

Updates

Dec 3, 2025
Following talks with KeolisAmey Metrolink and TfGM, Unite postponed the 5–7 December walkout to ballot members; if the offer is rejected, strikes will take place on 19, 20 and 31 December.

Organizer

Unite the Union

Affected Locations

  • Greater Manchester