Transport for NSW is 'scrambling' to bring in replacement transport amid the Sydney trains shutdown this weekend. But why are workers striking and exactly what is the union demanding?
The Rail, Tram and Bus Union's demands include a 32 per cent pay rise over four years and a 35-hour working week.The stalemate is expected to continue between the union and government, resulting in the "difficult and messy" strike on Sydney trains this weekend.Amid the chaos on Sydney trains this weekend, commuters are questioning why the strikes are happening in the first place.
NSW Transport secretary Josh Murray said operators around the network are "scrambling" to organise replacement transport services.It's all happening due to a breakdown in negotiations between the RTBU and the NSW government.The union has made a series of demands as part of their current enterprise bargaining with Sydney Trains and NSW Trains.
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