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CATERERS employed by rail privateer Avanti West Coast in Manchester are to strike in protest at the imposition of new rosters they say are causing stress and fatigue.
Rail union RMT members say the firm is enforcing short-notice changes to shift patterns, job cuts and enforced overtime.
Strike action will take place on Friday, with pickets in place at Manchester Piccadilly station.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “Avanti West Coast is demonstrating an abysmal disregard for the welfare of its staff.
“Our members, who provide essential catering services on board, have faced relentless job cuts, erratic scheduling and enforced overtime.
“The company’s chaotic management has left staff unable to plan their lives, creating an unacceptable level of stress and fatigue.
“The situation is intolerable, and we have been left with no choice but to take strike action to protect our members and demand a fair and reasonable work-life balance.”
