The map I have seen published in the media over the last few days, depicting the routes still operating on strike days certainly tells a story.
With my taxpayers hat on, I’m beginning to think these are the routes that should remain open for passenger traffic, with the remainder closing permanently and replaced by alternative transport.
With working from home, teleconferencing and electric road vehicles we certainly won’t need a passenger network even remotely the size it currently is going forward.
I think the unions should think very carefully if they would like to see on-going employment for their members. Remember, the NUM today now has fewer than 100 members!