Transit drivers set Nov. 16 strike date

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By Communications Staff
Friday, November 6, 2009
Mediation efforts between London Transit and bus drivers have failed to achieve an agreement resulting in the union representing drivers and other workers calling for a strike effective Monday, Nov. 16.

Currently, drivers are refusing voluntary overtime, resulting in delays and reduced service on key routes at peak times, including those servicing The University of Western Ontario.  
 
The Amalgamated Transit Union Local 741 represents about 450 workers, of which more than 300 are drivers. There has not been a bus strike in London since 1980.
 
In a Nov. 5 statement, London Transit indicated:
 
“Until November 16, 2009, the Commission will continue in its efforts to provide a safe, secure and reasonably reliable service, given the level of service withdrawal by ATU Local 741. This will mean reduced service levels and customers should expect; buses to be more crowded, service delays and extended travel time, particularly in peak periods.”
 
 

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