Dates for upcoming train strikes in the West Midlands

Warning as train strikes are scheduled to take place quite soon.

Travellers are being warned of upcoming train strikes that will affect train services in the West Midlands.

TSSA Industrial Action will take place on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1.

In a social media post, West Midlands Railways confirmed that there will be a reduced train service on both of these dates.

Those who are expecting to travel on these dates have been told to check before they travel and to prepare for travel disruption.

West Midlands Railways stated: “Friday 31st July & Saturday 1st August.

TSSA Industrial Action is scheduled to take place next Friday & Saturday. A significantly reduced service will be in operation on both days across our network.

Please check before you travel and be prepared for disruption to your journey.”

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