"Stagecoach bus strike called off in Devon after 'constructive discussions'", 18 October 2021

A bus strike that was due to disrupt travel across the West Country has been cancelled.

Trade union RMT had planned a one-day strike in protest at what staff describe as "outrageous" working conditions...

But on October 17, the bus operator said it had "constructive discussions" with the trade union RMT in pay talks covering South West employees.

The deal would see employees receive a pay increase of 4.4% if accepted.

A statement from the RMT confirmed planned industrial action by members has now been called off and bus services will operate as normal...

Mike Watson, Managing Director of Stagecoach South West, said: "We have had constructive discussions with RMT today and as a result the strike action planned for Monday, October 18 has been called off.

“We are pleased to have put together positive pay packages for our people that are supported by the union.

"Throughout our discussions, our priority has been to protect jobs, ensure our people who keep our communities connected are properly rewarded, and secure the long-term future of bus networks in the south west."