<-- Back to proposed bills
Transport Update
20 October 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Government is introducing the Transport Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Bill to establish minimum service levels during transport strikes.
Action Requested
The Bill will allow employers and trade unions to negotiate Minimum Service Agreements, provide for an independent determination process if agreement cannot be reached, and enable the Secretary of State to set interim regulations. Specific details will be determined through consultation and secondary legislation requiring parliamentary approval.
Key Facts
- The Bill is introduced within thirty days of Parliament sitting.
- It aims to balance the right to strike with commuter needs during strikes.
- MSAs can be negotiated between employers and unions, or decided by the Central Arbitration Committee if no agreement is reached after three months.
- Interim minimum service levels may be set by regulations agreed by both Houses of Parliament.
- There will be a three-month gap before any interim regulations come into force.
- The Bill applies to England, Wales and Scotland.
▸
Assessment & feedback
Summary accuracy