I work for Southern rail: this is why I am striking

I work for Southern rail: this is why I am striking

Driving a train is difficult enough without having to watch what’s going on behind me – that’s why we need guards

I’m a train driver on Southern Railway and sadly have taken part in strike action – and will continue to do so.

I’ve had many conversations with passengers while waiting for trains myself. “I bet you wish you had worn a different jacket to work today” and “You should be ashamed going on strike”, are among some of the nicer encounters.

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Source: Guardian Transport

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