John Rowland wrote:
Paul Scott wrote:
Just as we were discussing the possible extension of the Bakerloo,
with fewer trains reversing at Queens Park in the future, along
comes this:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/london/6896648.stm

Maybe that's the real reason for taking the trains all the way to
Watford Junction?

Hardly, since extra drivers will be needed.

Why will the strike will only affect one line? What sort of a
"union" is that?

Perhaps it's because the drivers on other lines are quite happy with
tipping out passengers with the help of just one station assistant.
I've often seen it done, and it doesn't seem to lead to any problems. It
looks like yet another campaign to retain unnecessary jobs under a
spurious 'safety' banner.
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Richard J.
(to e-mail me, swap uk and yon in address)