Train drivers in Great Britain consider strike action over lack of toilets
Summary
Train drivers in Great Britain are thinking about striking because there are not enough toilets available during work. A union report found many drivers have no access to toilets and must use bottles or toilet in cabs, causing health and safety issues. Despite promises from train companies to improve facilities, progress has been slow, and the union demands action.Key Facts
- Train drivers face problems with lack of toilets and long driving times without breaks.
- Many drivers urinate in bottles or defecate in cabs due to no toilet access.
- Drivers limit drinking to avoid needing toilet breaks, which hurts their health.
- A welfare charter requires clean, safe toilets and max four-hour driving shifts without breaks.
- The rail regulator has said the current situation is unacceptable and harms workers’ dignity and safety.
- Female drivers are especially affected, which makes recruiting women harder.
- Health risks include deeper vein thrombosis and cancers linked to lack of toilet breaks.
- Strike ballots are happening for several train companies due to these and other issues.
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