Date: 03/04/2017

Members of the Aslef union have rejected a deal aimed at ending the long-running dispute over driver-only operated trains on Southern railway. Members voted by 372 votes (51.8%) to 346 (48.2%) against the proposed deal. General secretary Mick Whelan said: 'We understand and support the decision arrived at in a democratic vote.' Govia Thameslink Railway said it was 'hugely disappointing' as the agreement had 'the full support and recommendation' of Aslef leaders.

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Aslef members reject Southern rail deal

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Members of the drivers' union voted by 372 votes (51.8%) to 346 (48.2%) against the proposed deal.