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Agreement reached on air conditioning for North London buses as strike action cancelled

Hundreds of bus drivers have been taking industrial action this summer over high vehicle temperatures during the heatwaves…
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Airbus bows to remote working demands after series of strikes
By Kalyeena Makortoff and agencies

Aeroplane maker said to have watered down plans to restrict working from home to one day a week

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/21/airbus-bows-remote-working-strikes

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Probation staff vote to strike in blow to Burnham plans on early release
By Peter Walker, Rajeev Syal and Caroline Davies

Napo members overwhelmingly back action after union had criticised prisons proposals as rushed

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/11/probation-staff-strike-vote-burnham-early-release

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https://www.europesays.com/africa/221428/ SSANU, NASU to suspend nationwide university strike May 11 #EducationSector #FederalGovernment #IndustrialAction #NASU #Nigeria #NigeriaUniversities #NonAcademicStaff #SSANU #TertiaryEducation #UnionDemands #UniversityStrike

Bus strikes across South West Wales come to an end after deal agreed

The company announced this week that a revised pay offer has been accepted by staff, lifting the threat of further walkouts and restoring certainty for passengers.

Agreement brings relief after months of disruption

Industrial action by Unite members had caused widespread disruption to services in Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Llanelli and beyond, with strikes stretching into the autumn and winter.

Several rounds of negotiations saw offers rejected, strikes postponed, and services repeatedly thrown into doubt. At one stage, Unite confirmed action would continue into January, escalating concerns for commuters and local councils.

The breakthrough came after First Cymru tabled an improved offer, which has now been accepted.

First Cymru statement

Doug Claringbold, Managing Director of First Bus Cymru, said:

“We are pleased that the revised offer has been accepted by colleagues and that the threat of further strike action has been lifted. This agreement provides certainty for our teams and our customers, and enables us to move forward together.

“Our priority now is to restore confidence and deliver the reliable, consistent services that our communities depend on every day. We want to thank our customers for their patience during this period of uncertainty, and we look forward to welcoming back anyone who may have been affected by the recent disruption.”

Looking ahead

The end of the strikes will be welcomed by thousands of passengers who rely on First Cymru buses daily for work, school and essential travel. Local leaders, including Neath Port Talbot Council, had previously voiced concern about the impact of prolonged disruption on communities and businesses.

With the agreement now in place, attention turns to rebuilding trust and ensuring services run smoothly through the busy winter period.

Related stories from Swansea Bay News

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First Cymru bus strikes set to continue into January as dispute escalates
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First Cymru bus strikes confirmed as workers reject latest pay offer
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First Cymru confirms bus strikes will go ahead after pay offer rejected
Operator response followed the rejection, warning of significant service disruption.

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First bus strike to cause major disruption across South and West Wales
Initial warning set the tone for months of uncertainty across Swansea and neighbouring areas.

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First Cymru bus strikes confirmed as workers reject latest pay offer

Back pay row reignites walkouts

Unite the Union said its members had “overwhelmingly” voted to reject the latest offer, which did not include back pay. The union had paused strike action planned for 22 October in good faith, but confirmed that walkouts will now go ahead.

Strikes are scheduled for 30 and 31 October, and 1 and 2 November, with further action planned for 5 to 8 November. Unite has also warned that members are prepared to escalate the dispute into the Christmas period if necessary.

Union accuses company of “profiteering”

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said:

“First is guilty of trying to deny workers the back pay they are fully entitled to, in order to line its own pockets.”

The union claims First Cymru pays some of the lowest wages in the industry, and that new recruits are placed on a lower rate for 12 months, creating a “two-tier workforce.”

Unite also pointed to First Group’s latest financial results, which show £200 million in profit and a £3 million pay package for its chief executive.

Regional coordinating officer Alan McCarthy added:

“Communities across South Wales will now face bus chaos, but their anger should be directed at profiteering bus bosses who are seeking to short-change our members.”

Company says offer was “above inflation”

In a statement, First Cymru said it was “disappointed” by the rejection and warned customers to expect disruption.

“We have listened to Unite member feedback and made several offers to try to settle this dispute… Unfortunately, rather than work with us to find a resolution, Unite has decided to press ahead with strikes.”

The company said its door remains open to negotiation and promised updates on affected services via its website.

Pay gap and Real Living Wage comparisons

Unite said the recent announcement of the Real Living Wage uplift to £13.45 had further highlighted the gap between First Cymru drivers and their counterparts elsewhere.

The union claims drivers in Wales are earning up to £3 per hour less than those at other operators, including First Bus in Bristol.

What happens next

Strike action will begin Thursday 30 October, with services across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Llanelli and Carmarthenshire expected to be affected.

Passengers are advised to check First Cymru’s website for service updates and plan alternative travel where possible.

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First Cymru confirms bus strikes will go ahead after pay offer rejected

Company “disappointed” as talks fail

Doug Claringbold, Managing Director for First Bus in Cymru, said the company was “disappointed for our customers” that its “above inflation pay offer” had been rejected.

He added:

“Throughout this extensive negotiation process, we have listened to Unite the Union member feedback and made a number of offers in order to try and settle this dispute, to ensure customers who rely on our services are not affected by strike action.

Unfortunately, rather than work with us to find a resolution, Unite the Union has decided to press ahead with strikes, affecting our customers. Our door remains open to negotiation.”

The company said it will shortly publish details on its website about which services will be affected.

Strike dates confirmed

Unite the Union has confirmed that strike action will take place on the following dates (inclusive):

• Thursday 30 October – Sunday 2 November
• Wednesday 5 November – Saturday 8 November

The union has previously warned that strike action would “shut down” the bus network across South and West Wales.

Background

The dispute has been ongoing for several weeks. Earlier this month, strike action was postponed after a new pay offer was tabled by First Cymru full story here.

Unite has consistently argued that drivers deserve a fairer deal, warning that without improved pay, services and communities would continue to suffer. The union has also said that First Cymru’s drivers are among the lowest paid in the UK bus industry.

Previous coverage:

• Unite: First Cymru strike will shut down bus network across Wales
• First bus strike to cause major disruption across South and West Wales

What happens next

With strike dates now confirmed, passengers across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire face significant disruption.

First Cymru says its “door remains open” to Unite for further talks, but unless an agreement is reached, services will be severely reduced or cancelled during the strike periods.

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Swansea University staff among hundreds balloted for strike action over pay

Hundreds of higher education staff across Wales are being balloted for strike action after unions rejected a 1.4 per cent pay offer for 2025/26, which they say amounts to a significant real‑terms cut.

Four institutions affected

Unite confirmed that staff at four Welsh universities, including Swansea University, are being asked to vote on industrial action. The ballot opened on 20 October and runs until 1 December. If successful, strikes could take place in the first half of 2026.

The dispute centres on the pay award imposed by the Universities and Colleges Employers Association (UCEA) on 1 August. With RPI inflation running at 4.6 per cent (August 2025), unions argue the deal leaves staff worse off.

Unions hit out at pay deal

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said:

“Our members deserve far better than a real terms pay cut after over a decade of below‑inflation pay rises and when they are faced with a cost of living crisis that is seeing everything but wages going up in price. The employers should be ashamed of treating hard working staff in this way.”

Unite national officer for education Andy Murray added:

“The employers’ offer fails to value our members and makes them bear the cost for the broken funding model in higher education. Unite’s members have been left with no option to ballot for industrial action. Strike action will cripple the sector.”

Staff roles at the heart of the dispute

Unite represents staff in non‑academic roles such as maintenance, libraries, facilities management and administration. The ballot is being coordinated alongside other unions including EIS, UCU and Unison.

Local tensions already running high at Swansea

At Swansea University, the dispute comes against a backdrop of wider unrest. Just weeks ago, staff delivered a vote of no confidence in Vice‑Chancellor Paul Boyle over plans to cut £25 million from the institution’s budget. As Swansea Bay News previously reported, unions warned the proposals would lead to significant job losses and damage to teaching and research.

Years of pay erosion fuel frustration

Unite argues that the latest 1.4 per cent offer is part of a much longer pattern. More than 15 years of below‑inflation pay rises have left higher education wages down by around 30 per cent in real terms since 2010.

Strike action on the horizon

Taken together, the looming ballot, the recent no‑confidence vote, and years of eroded pay highlight a period of deepening tension between university staff and management. With the ballot running until 1 December, the prospect of strike action in early 2026 now looms large over the sector.

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Swansea University achieves highest-ever global ranking
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Swansea University named top university in Wales according to The Guardian University Guide 2025
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