(02 Apr 2024, 8:00 pm)Storx wrote Guessing it must be a reletively positive offer, which might be accepted, since they've suspended the strike action.
I know we all have our feeling about Arriva, and rightly so, but it's nice it appears they actually want to avoid the strike, unlike other companies in the North East and also rail services which were more interested in playing high school politics.
(02 Apr 2024, 9:06 pm)Andreos1 wrote Conversely, I think it's concerning management have caved in this early.
It's as though they knew what it would take to keep the drivers happy.
Why not offer them it initially?
Why wait until it gets to this stage and potential disruption in addition to miscontent and apathy in the workforce?
(02 Apr 2024, 9:06 pm)Andreos1 wrote Conversely, I think it's concerning management have caved in this early.
It's as though they knew what it would take to keep the drivers happy.
Why not offer them it initially?
Why wait until it gets to this stage and potential disruption in addition to miscontent and apathy in the workforce?
(02 Apr 2024, 11:59 pm)Adrian wrote I don't understand why companies do it. As you suggest, it causes more disruption in the workplace than most other things would.
It often feels like it's being used to buy time, knowing how long it takes to go through ballots etc, but I've also known companies use the ballot as a measuring stick. Getting a high turnout is always important, as it gives the company a clear indication that the workforce are united on the issue.
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(02 Apr 2024, 11:59 pm)Adrian wrote I don't understand why companies do it. As you suggest, it causes more disruption in the workplace than most other things would.
It often feels like it's being used to buy time, knowing how long it takes to go through ballots etc, but I've also known companies use the ballot as a measuring stick. Getting a high turnout is always important, as it gives the company a clear indication that the workforce are united on the issue.
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(05 Apr 2024, 4:13 pm)MurdnunoC wrote Looks like the strike is back on.
Perhaps our very own and thoroughly pleasant Daniel will be on hand to provide short-noticed replacements, assuming he's not out parading in front of the bus media, getting his photo taken?
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(17 Apr 2024, 11:34 am)Chris 1 wrote Not sure if this has just passed me by - is this still happening next week? I can't seem to see any updates since they said they were suspending the first week whilst they took an offer back.
(17 Apr 2024, 5:40 pm)Adrian wrote So they're advising people if they ask about strike action, but not putting a general post out or any update on their website? 'Live Bus Service Updates & Disruptions' is still blank.Having seen the post earlier, I asked the driver on the way home if he knew what was happening and he said he didn't really understand what was happening. If the drivers don't know, I'm worried ?
You'd think they'd want to give customers as much notice as possible, so that they can make alternative arrangements, etc.
Why do these companies find it so difficult to communicate effectively with customers?!
(17 Apr 2024, 5:45 pm)Shrek wrote Having seen the post earlier, I asked the driver on the way home if he knew what was happening and he said he didn't really understand what was happening. If the drivers don't know, I'm worried ?
(17 Apr 2024, 5:45 pm)Shrek wrote Having seen the post earlier, I asked the driver on the way home if he knew what was happening and he said he didn't really understand what was happening. If the drivers don't know, I'm worried ?
(18 Apr 2024, 10:01 am)Rob44 wrote Why worried? From what my mate was telling me the number of cancelations on the 44/45 recently its hard to tell they weren't on strike already.
Do what ive done and just use your car - doesn't strike, no knackars at the back play carp music, swearing, etc takes you to and from your door.... might cost a little more but wont let your down!
(18 Apr 2024, 10:34 am)MurdnunoC wrote If my car lets me down I tend to look for an upgrade/newer model.
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(18 Apr 2024, 4:21 pm)Rob44 wrote nah she just sits there quite since she spotted me in town talking to two female newcastle fans a few weeks ago... WOMEN!!!
(18 Apr 2024, 10:01 am)Rob44 wrote Why worried? From what my mate was telling me the number of cancelations on the 44/45 recently its hard to tell they weren't on strike already.
Do what ive done and just use your car - doesn't strike, no knackars at the back play carp music, swearing, etc takes you to and from your door.... might cost a little more but wont let your down!
(18 Apr 2024, 4:37 pm)Shrek wrote The local Facebook groups are crying out for action and I'm sure our local Councillors will be telling them they're forcing Arriva to make improvements soon enough!
I parked the car at a friend's today and thought I'd use their GNE service to get to work instead. That didn't work so well either ?