Train strike causes headache for commuters

Members of the RMT Union at Northern Rail are downing tools today (Monday)

Commuters across Greater Manchester suffered major delays on the train network once again as the first of two 24-hour strikes took place on Monday (26 March)

Members of the RMT Union at Northern Rail are downed tools as part of their long running dispute with bosses on the issue of driver only trains along with other changes to conditions.

There was a knock-on effect on the roads and Metrolink with those choosing not to use the trains turning to other forms of transport to get into work.

Another 24-hour walk out is planned for Thursday 29 March.