"North West bus drivers prepare for strikes over pay dispute", 29 September 2021

The Unite union said about 1,800 Arriva workers in the area would be balloted over strike action...

Arriva said it was "committed to reaching an agreement"...

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said Arriva could prevent "disruption to passengers by returning to the negotiating table and making a decent offer".

"If there is no improved offer and union members vote for strike action, we are prepared for a relentless campaign," she added.

A spokesman for Arriva said it was in discussions with the union.

"As the country recovers from Covid and returns to public transport, it is important that we work together to deliver the best possible service to our customers," he added...