The suspension of strike action planned by RMT members of Network Rail has led to ScotRail confirming that its service will be able to operate as usual on Thursday the 16th of March 2023.

The trade union had opted for strike action to be taken by its members at Network Rail and would have seen ScotRail services affected on the 16th of March alongside an overtime ban which would have taken place over the upcoming weeks, both of which have now been suspended. The suspension will allow a referendum regarding a new pay offer from Network Rail to take place.

ScotRail staff are not involved in the dispute, however, industrial action by RMT affects ScotRail services due to its involvement of Network Rail employees in Scotland.

Industrial action planned by RMT members for 14 other rail operators is still set to take place on the following dates. However, will not impact any ScotRail services:

• Thursday 16th of March
• Saturday 18th of March
• Thursday 30th of March
• Saturday 1st of April

David Simpson, ScotRail Service Delivery Director, said:

“ScotRail services will operate as normal on Thursday, 16 March, following the suspension of planned strike action by RMT members of Network Rail.

“The dispute between the trade union and other train operators does not involve any ScotRail staff. We look forward to welcoming passengers to our services. ”