Train drivers ‘in it for the long haul’ as they vote to continue strikes

Transport secretary refuses to deny reports government stipulation may have scuppered pay deal

Rail strikes could go on another six months after an overwhelming vote from train drivers to continue industrial action, as controversy mounted over whether the government scuppered a deal with unions.

The drivers' union, Aslef, said they were in it for the long haul" and the percentage of the vote in favour of strikes across 12 operating companies was higher than before.