Warning staff shortages could upend Christmas travel

Published On Dec 11, 2024, 9:02 AM

The UK government is worried about possible staff shortages impacting Christmas travel, particularly on train services. Significant disruptions are expected due to industrial action by Avanti West Coast train managers, who have voted to strike during the festive season, alongside general staffing issues across the railway industry. The Minister of Rail has indicated that the transport department will monitor staffing closely, especially given the reliance on overtime to keep services running. Engineering work during this period will lead to closures of various train routes, further complicating travel plans over Christmas.