National bus strike tomorrow
Strike will take place as a result of dead-locked wage negotiations.
A national bus-drivers’ strike is due to commence tomorrow, Wednesday, 18 April, therefore bus commuters are urged to use alternative modes of transport.
A number of unions announced that the strike will take place as a result of dead-locked wage negotiations.
Marketing and Business Development Manager at Great North Transport, Patrick Monkoe, said the unions are demanding a 10 per cent wage increase, but the council is offering a 7 per cent increase for 2018.
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This strike will also affect Gautrain and Rea Vaya buses. However, the Metrobus communications department has confirmed that it will not be affected by the strike, and its buses will run per the normal timetable.
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