Avanti West Coast caters to strike for two days, says RMT union

The RMT union says the walkouts are due to “imposed rosters causing widespread stress and fatigue among staff.”

The union also claims the caterers face “short notice changes to shifts, job cuts, and enforced overtime”, impacting their ability to “plan family commitments and attend medical appointments.”

The RMT union said that despite recent negotiations there has been 'no breakthrough' found, meaning industrial action remains on.

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General Secretary Mick Lynch said: “Avanti West Coast’s chaotic management has left staff unable to plan their lives, creating unacceptable stress and fatigue.

 "Our members, who deliver crucial on-board catering services, have endured continuous job reductions, unpredictable work hours, and mandatory overtime.

 "Avanti's disorganised management has made it impossible for staff to plan their lives, resulting in an intolerable amount of stress and exhaustion.

 "That's why they are taking action Friday and Saturday, to demand Avanti bosses give them a fair work-life balance and treat them with decency."

The strikes will be taking place on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27.

LondonWorld has contacted Avanti West Coast for comment.