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Great British Railways: Trade Unions

Asked by Andy McDonaldLabourDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 16 March 2026UIN 117729

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with trade unions regarding on the establishment of collective bargaining arrangements under Great British Railways.

Answered by Keir Mather

The Secretary of State has not had any discussions with the trade unions about the establishment of collective bargaining agreements under Great British Railways (GBR). This is a matter for rail employers to take forward as plans for GBR progress, and the trade unions will be updated on such matters through the Rail Engagement Group.

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