Bus strikes set to start on Monday called off after 'better' pay offer

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Strikes affecting buses in Greater Manchester next week have been called off. The industrial action planned by drivers at First Manchester were set to start on Monday (September 4) and affect buses operating from the Oldham depot.

But Unite, the trade union representing drivers in the pay dispute, has now called off the five-day walkout as its members vote on whether to accept an 'improved deal'.

First says the ballot will be held on Wednesday (September 6). Meanwhile, industrial action planned by Greater Manchester's Ring and Ride drivers has also been put on hold.

Around 7,000 disabled or older people use the service which offers a low-cost door-to-door accessible transport option on demand for residents with walking difficulties and other mobility issues. Try MEN Premium for FREE by clicking here for no ads, fun puzzles and brilliant new features. Unite said staff were left with 'little choice' but to take strike action over their 'poverty wages'.