Paisley commuters could face heavy disruption if Scotrail drivers strike over pay dispute

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Paisley commuters could be heavily impacted by potential rail staff strikes in the coming weeks. Scotrail drivers could walk out on strike after rejecting a pay offer from bosses last week, as their union ASLEF told it failed to take into account the rising cost of living.It comes just weeks after the transport firm was taken over by the Scottish Government.But the now-nationalised Scotrail say they have been left with "no option but to consider action in response" to the latest pay offer.

Despite customer numbers reportedly one third below pre-covid levels, Scotrail say, train users from all over Renfrewshire could face significantly more disruption than other areas.

With Paisley operating three stations including the vital link to Glasgow city centre - Paisley Gilmour Street - many travellers may be left stranded should industrial action take place in the near future.ASLEF say their consideration to strike was "not taken lightly" as the dispute continues. Don't miss the latest headlines from around Renfrewshire.

Sign up to our newsletters here. Kevin Lindsay, the union's Scotland organiser told the Daily Record last week: "Scotrail and the Scottish Government must recognise that these key workers deserve a decent pay rise, they should return to the negotiating table with a much fairer deal that recognises the vital work our members do."Meanwhile Joanne Maguire, ScotRail chief operating officer, said: "It is very disappointing that we find ourselves at this stage with ASLEF despite ongoing talks and a very good offer