Caledonian Sleeper staff begin 48-hour strike

Caledonian Sleeper staff have begun the first of two periods of planned strike action which has led to overnight services between London and Scotland being cancelled.

The Rail, Maritime and Transport Union said operator Serco had not provided enough berths for rest periods for members who began the first of two 48-hour walkouts from 5.30pm yesterday. The same action will take place from Oct 11 to 13.

Previously, Serco said the plans for action were “disappointing” and said it had “done everything possible to provide staff with rest areas”.