Transport for the North welcomes positive news on Rest Day Working

Thursday 15th June 2023

The train drivers’ union ASLEF has agreed to restore Rest Day Working on TransPennine Express (TPE).

Responding to the announcement, Lord McLoughlin, Chair of Transport for the North said: “I very much welcome today’s announcement that agreements have been reached to restore Rest Day Working at TransPennine Express.”

Lord McLoughlin responds to ASLEF's decision to restore Rest Day Working on TransPennine Express

“Efficient and reliable rail services across the North are fundamental to our transport system and this positive development should help in returning these services to the levels passengers in the North rightly expect and deserve.

“Transport for the North will continue to work closely with the new leadership at TransPennine Express to build on this positive step forward.”