Tube strike threat over bullying

The RMT rail union has threatened strike action on the London Underground over the alleged bullying of staff by local management.

The union said it was locked in seven disputes with LU and its contractors, involving sackings, harassment and staff transfers, and will stage a co-ordinated strike if the matters are not resolved.

 

It’s untenable to have a normal retirement age in public-sector schemes that is significantly different from the state retirement age

Brian Bailey, Director of pensions, West Midlands Pension Fund and member of High Pay Commission