RMT Tells London Underground: No Cuts to Tripcock Test Frequency

Submitted by Janine on 20 October, 2011 - 17:24

RMT General Grades Committee decision:

That we note our success in achieving press coverage of London Underground’s appalling plans to reduce the frequency of tripcock testing. We further note that London Underground has now agreed to meet with us to discuss this issue, on 4 November.

At this meeting, we will press for London Underground to fully withdraw these plans. Any other outcome will lead to this union campaigning vigorously to defend our safety standards, and considering any appropriate and effective form of action.

RMT Women's Training Course

Submitted by Admin on 20 October, 2011 - 15:51

RMT London Transport region is running a 2-day course for women RMT representatives and RMT women who want to get more active in the union.

  • DATES - two Tuesdays : 17th and 31st January 2012
  • TIME - 9.30am – 4.30pm
  • PLACE - WEA Learning Centre, 96 – 100 Clifton Street, London EC2A 4TP

We are running the course in conjunction with the Workers' Educational Association, accredited by the TUC.

London Underground Operational Effectiveness Programme Ballot Results

Submitted by Peter on 20 October, 2011 - 14:55

From General Secretary Bob Crow

I write to advise you that the ballot for industrial action short of a strike has now closed and the result is as follows: -

Are you prepared to take industrial action short of a strike?

  • Total Votes Cast - 463
  • Number Voting Yes - 369
  • Number Voting No - 93
  • Spoilt - 1

This result is being considered by the General Grades Committee and I shall be in touch with you again shortly.

Media Coverage: LU Plans to Cut Tripcock Testing Frequency

Submitted by Admin on 20 October, 2011 - 14:23

After RMT "blew the whistle" on London Underground's plan to cut the frequency of tripcock testing, there has been significant media coverage of the issue, including:

Victoria Line Drivers to Boycott Training due to Safety Dispute

Submitted by Janine on 18 October, 2011 - 17:00

RMT General Grades Committee decision:

We note the report from our Regional Organiser and representatives, that London Underground management is commencing training for Victoria Line drivers on automatic door opening. This is despite ongoing problems with door technology on the line, serious concerns about passenger safety, and our continuing, unresolved dispute about safety and training issues related to the Victoria Line upgrade.

RMT Demands Meeting to Discuss Olympics Arrangement for ALL London Underground Grades

Submitted by Janine on 18 October, 2011 - 17:00

RMT General Grades Committee decision:

We note the correspondence, minutes and documents received regarding our London Underground fleet maintenance members.

We also note that the General Secretary has requested a meeting with London Underground at Company Council level to discuss arrangements for the Olympics for all grades, and that London Underground has not yet responded to this request.