NSW government urges rail workers not to strike following Sydney train 'mess'

NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance is urging Sydney rail workers not to strike after a union ballot endorsed potential action amid a pay dispute.

Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, Andrew Constance (right) at a press conference in October 2017

Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, Andrew Constance (right) at a press conference in October 2017 Source: AAP

Sydney rail union leaders are considering their next move after a ballot gave the green light for potential industrial action during a pay dispute.

NSW Transport Minister Andrew Constance on Friday urged workers not to resort to "unnecessary" strike action and put customers first following a chaotic week of mass cancellations and delays.

 


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