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News and comment from the Transport Salaried Staffs' Association, the union for those who work in the transport and travel industries.

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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Time for max working temperatures 🌡️ & real investment in our rail infrastructure 💷. Our General Secretary, Maryam Eslamdoust's, writes on how Ministers must face up to the reality of wetter winters & rising temperatures 👇 labouroutlook.org/2026/08/21/h...
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Heatwaves show workers need maximum working temperatures and real investment in our railways – Maryam Eslamdoust
"We cannot simply sit back and do nothing in the face of rising heat and floods."
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Excellent from @andymcdonaldmp.bsky.social in yesterday’s Railways Bill debate. We need a just transition for workers into GBR that protects - 👷‍♀️ Jobs 💷 Pay 🧓 Pensions 🚂 Travel facilities ✊ Trade union rights & recognition And that reinstates TU recognition agreements at Platfrom4!
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 20/10/2025
Last week we launched our #ClearTheAir on London Underground campaign. Great to have the support of a range of organisations fighting for better air quality!
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Union launches major campaign to air quality on the Underground – AirQualityNews airqualitynews.com/health/union...
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Union launches major campaign to air quality on the Underground
The Transport Salaried Staffs’ Association yesterday (15th October) launched a major new campaign demanding urgent action to clean up the air on the London Underground. The union’s Clear the Air init...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
📣We've launched our Clean The Air campaign to tackle low air quality on the London Underground. We’re calling for higher cleaning budgets, HSE standards to be revisited as the benchmark for health & safety standards & better air quality for indoor public spaces #TFL
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 11/09/2025
An update on Labour's Deputy Leadership contest 👇
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 10/09/2025
We're an affiliate to the Labour Party, so here's our view on Labour's Deputy Leadership elections 👇 @bellribeiroaddy.bsky.social
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
TSSA is warning that any rise in rail fares would price workers off the network after an unexpected rise in inflation. Full story 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 12/08/2025
TSSA has called for continued rail safety vigilance five years on from the Stonehaven rail crash which killed three people in Aberdeenshire. Full story 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
At a time when many people are having to choose between heating and eating, it’s outrageous for train companies to increase rail fares by more than the rate of inflation. www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA accuses train companies of “pricing workers off the railways”
TSSA today accused train operating companies (TOCs) of “pricing workers off the railways” after the ORR announced that ticket prices across Great Britain had risen by 5.1% in the last year.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Deepest sympathies to the staff and passengers in the tragic derailment at Riedlingen in Germany, especially to the friends and families of those who’ve died. We are all one railway family.
The TSSA logo in white on a black background.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 25/07/2025
TSSA today warned Translink that Managerial, Professional and Technical (MPT) staff will commence action short of a strike on 30th July if they do not make an acceptable pay offer to their staff. Full story 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA members to commence action short of strike in Translink 30th July | TSSA
TSSA today warned Translink that Managerial, Professional and Technical (MPT) staff will commence action short of a strike on 30th July if they do not make an acceptable pay offer to their staff.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
c2c has gone into public ownership. We welcome that. But it must mean more than a change of name. We need a rail system that puts people before profit with job protections, better pay, conditions & safety, and affordable fares that make rail first choice for travel in Britain.
A c2c train underground at a station. It is white with dark blue doors.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Today we met with Senedd members & staff to discuss our #KeepTransportWorkersSafe Campaign. Great to talk about tackling violence & harassment on the transport network in Wales. Looking forward to meeting with the Cabinet Secretary this afternoon on what Welsh Government can do! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💪 🚂
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
TSSA members in Supervisor Grades (including railway controllers) at Translink have accepted an offer of a pay rise which removes the immediate threat of strike action for this group of workers ahead of the Open Championship. Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Hundreds of TSSA members in Translink are to strike over pay, with dates scheduled to coincide with the Open golf championship at Portrush. Walkouts will take place on Friday the 18th and Saturday 19th of July Full story : www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA members at Translink to strike during the Open
TSSA members at Translink to strike during the Open
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
TSSA has held a constructive meeting with the Minister for Infrastructure at Stormont in a bid to end a dispute n at Translink. Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
TSSA has issued an urgent call to MPs across the House of Commons to oppose the government’s welfare reform Bill in a key vote later today. #WelfareReform Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 01/07/2025
For many today it remains hot and in this heat we expect employers to show common sense and compassion. Staff shouldn't be disciplined for adapting their clothing to stay safe and comfortable. Flexibility on workwear is essential in high temperatures. #heatwave
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
TSSA is set to meet the Minister for Infrastructure at Stormont tomorrow in a bid to end a dispute which threatens a summer of industrial action at Translink. Full story - 👇
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
TSSA has many members at Eurostar and our thoughts are with all those affected by recent events. The deaths of the two people who died on the track shows cable theft doesn’t just cause delays - it’s highly dangerous and criminal.
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Eurostar passengers face delays and cancellations after deaths and cable theft
Passengers are being told to cancel or postpone their trips, following two track deaths and the theft of copper cables.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Violence against transport workers is on the rise! 🚨 Support our hardworking rail staff and demand better funding for British Transport Police. Sign our petition 👇and make a difference! #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/ProtectOurRa...
A white person’s hand holding a fan of TSSA’s leaflets campaigning for better funding for the British Transport Police. The leaflets have a picture of two British Transport police officers on a station platform. One is a greyed out silhouette suggesting that they have gone.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
It’s not just about money. It’s about people. TSSA's Research and Policy Officer Rob Jenks' moving plea to the Transport Select Committee youtu.be/q-i4nn4YHKI
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Rob Jenks TSC It's about people
YouTube video by TSSA Union
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
TSSA has said the government must ensure HS2 is delivered as soon as possible after it was confirmed the high speed railway will not begin running before 2033. Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
“Fundamentally this is all about fairness”. TSSA Organiser Gary Kelly explains why members in Translink have voted for Industrial Action to BBC Radio Ulster's Richard Morgan youtu.be/y4TLG1UlIPw
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Gary on Translink on Radio Ulster
YouTube video by TSSA Union
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
Reduced police presence puts everyone at risk. Sign the petition in the comments to support our campaign to Fund British Transport Police and protect our railways 👇 #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/ProtectOurRa...
A picture of two British Transport police officers on a station platform. One is a greyed out silhouette suggesting that they have gone.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
TSSA has welcomed as 'highly significant' a multi million-pound contract between Network Rail and British Steel over the coming five years. Full story 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Hundreds of TSSA members at Northern Ireland Railways and Ulsterbus (operating as Translink) have given strong backing to industrial action in a dispute over pay – warning of a summer of major transport disruption www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Coleraine railway station in County Londonderry. Two railway lines sandwiched between station platforms. The platforms have roofs with turquoise edging.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
Safety first! 🚂 Let's demand proper funding for British Transport Police to protect passengers & staff. Sign the petition 👇 #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/ProtectOurRa...
Nine TSSA activists, a wide variety of races, ages and genders, in front of Kings Cross station. They are holding an enormous TSSA banner and placards for TSSA’s Fund BTP campaign. It is a bright sunny day with a clear blue sky.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
8 years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy. We remember the 72 lives lost and stand with the survivors and the community still seeking justice. We need action including reinstating closed fire stations and fully resourcing our fire services. Never again must mean never again!
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
Alert! 🚨 British Transport Police faces £8.5m funding shortfall, putting 300 jobs at risk & reducing police presence at stations. We need @Heidi_Labour to intervene! Sign the petition 👇 #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/ProtectOurRa...
Two hands, one passing a TSSA leaflet calling for better funding for the British Transport Police to the other. The leaflet includes TSSA logo in white on a red background and an image showing two transport police officers, one greyed out conveying the sense that they're missing.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
TSSA has welcomed more funding for railways in Wales announced by the Chancellor in the Spending Review but believes much more is needed. Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Rail staff and passengers deserve a safe working environment. Time to demand better funding for British Transport Police to keep our railways safe. Sign the petition and share with your friends. (Link in the comments) #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/ProtectOurRa...
Two women with their back to the camera looking at King’s Cross Station. They have shoulder length hair and are wearing TSSA hi-vis vests. They are holding leaflets for TSSA’s campaign for better funding for British Transport Police.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
The government’s Spending Review presents challenges and is disappointing for the transport sector. Transport is one of the few departments with a real terms cut in its expenditure limit over the five-year review period. www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Spending Review - Transport Investment Fails to Impress | TSSA
The government’s Spending Review presents challenges and is disappointing for the transport sector. Transport is one of the few departments with a real terms cut in its expenditure limit over the five...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
Urgent Action Needed! 🚨 We're calling on the government to Fund British Transport Police properly and protect our railways! Reduced police presence puts passengers and staff at risk. Sign our petition to protect our railways #FundBTP #RailwaySafety 👇 actionnetwork.org/petitions/si...
An older white man in a TSSA hi-vis vest, a younger black man in a suit, and a younger white man in a TSSA hi-vis vest, standing outside Kings Cross station. They are holding leaflets and placards for TSSA’s campaign for better funding for British Transport Police.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
TSSA is warning of industrial action in a dispute over pay among its members at Ulsterbus and Northern Ireland Railways (operating as Translink). Full story - 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA warns of industrial action at Translink
TSSA warns of industrial action at Translink
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
Reduced police presence puts everyone at risk. 🚨 Sign the petition to support our campaign to Fund British Transport Police and protect our railways 👇(Link in the comments) #FundBTP #RailwaySafety actionnetwork.org/petitions/si...
A white person’s hand holding a fan of TSSA’s leaflets campaigning for better funding for the British Transport Police. The leaflets have a picture of two British Transport police officers on a station platform. One is a greyed out silhouette suggesting that they have gone.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
TSSA has hailed as ‘long overdue’ a £15 billion increase in funding for transport across city regions in England outside London ahead of the government’s Spending Review next week. Full story on Rachel Reeves speech 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/tssa-welcome...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Buses are an essential service, and this is exactly what our Labour government should be doing in the name of not only protecting but building local communities across the country. www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
A Manchester stagecoach bus, number 192 going to Stepping Hill and Heaton Chapel.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Labelling this project as benefiting ‘England and Wales’ when it delivers no new infrastructure in Wales undermines trust and risks depriving Welsh communities of much-needed funding for their own railways. nation.cymru/news/rail-un...
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Rail union calls for UK Government to reconsider classification of Oxford to Cambridge rail line as 'England and Wales' project
Emily Price A transport trade union has urged the UK Government to “be honest” with the people of Wales and reconsider its classification of the new Oxford to Cambridge rail line as an “England and Wa...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
TSSA is calling on the UK government to urgently reconsider its classification of the new Oxford to Cambridge rail line as an “England and Wales” project. Full story 👇 www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
Alert! British Transport Police faces £8.5m funding shortfall, putting 300 jobs at risk & reducing police presence at stations. We need Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander to intervene! Sign the petition 👇 actionnetwork.org/petitions/si...
Two British Transport police officers walking along a station platform. One is a greyed out silhouette suggesting that they have been removed or have left.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Fare evasion is a serious issue, but it must be tackled with professional, trained enforcement, not MPs trying to score points or social media clout on their daily commute. www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
A set of London Underground ticket barriers.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 29/05/2025
Rail staff and passengers deserve a safe working environment. Time to demand better funding for British Transport Police to keep our railways safe. Sign the petition and share with your friends. #FundBTP #RailwaySafety actionnetwork.org/petitions/si...
TSSA activists, a wide variety of races, ages and genders, in front of Kings Cross station. They are holding an enormous TSSA banner and placards for TSSA’s Fund BTP campaign. It is a bright sunny day with a clear blue sky.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Safety first! 🚂 Let's demand proper funding for British Transport Police to protect passengers & staff. Sign the petition 👇 #FundBTP #RailwaySafety actionnetwork.org/petitions/si...
Two hands, one passing a TSSA leaflet calling for better funding for the British Transport Police to the other. The leaflet includes TSSA logo in white on a red background and an image showing two transport police officers, one greyed out conveying the sense that they're missing.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Urgent Action Needed! 🚨We're calling on the government to Fund British Transport Police properly. Reduced police presence puts passengers and staff at risk. Sign our petition calling on Heidi Alexander to protect our railways #FundBTP #RailwaySafety bit.ly/3Fse9Uu
Two women with their backs to us, facing Kings Cross station. They are wearing TSSA-branded Hi-vis vests and holding leaflets for TSSA's campaign for better funding for British Transport Police.
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Labour Unions @labourunionsuk.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Farage posed today as a friend to working people. That speech? A stunt. Reform don’t fight for workers - they vote against them. Reform MPs opposed every single protection in the Employment Rights Bill: ❌ Fair pay ❌ Secure jobs ❌ Union rights Call them out: labourunions.org.uk/stop-reform/
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Strike Map @strikemap.org · 16/05/2025
BREAKING 🚨| 25 unions, representing over 1 million workers, have written to Angela Rayner MP and Cllr John Cotton to stop cuts in #Birmingham. The movement is behind the #BirminghamBinStrikers Read the the letter in full: bit.ly/BrumBinStrik... #StrikeMap #BrumBinStrike
The full text of this letter can be read by clicking the link in the post: https://bit.ly/BrumBinStrikeLetterThe full text of this letter can be read by clicking the link in the post: https://bit.ly/BrumBinStrikeLetterThe full text of this letter can be read by clicking the link in the post: https://bit.ly/BrumBinStrikeLetter
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 14/05/2025
We're calling on the Westminster government to halt a series of damaging cuts at BTP that could potentially lead to job losses and a drastic reduction in police presence at rail stations. www.tssa.org.uk/news-and-eve...
Maryam Eslamdoust, Maria Fawcett and TSSA staff and activists gathered around a huge TSSA banner in front of Kings Cross station. They are holding placards campaigning for British Transport Police to get better funding. The sky is bright blue and it is bright and sunny.
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TSSA @tssa.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
We reject discriminatory rhetoric and scapegoating of our communities. We stand together against hate.
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