Nottingham Goose Fair transport chaos as strike confirmed

Revellers face huge travel disruption at this year's event.

GMB Union have today announced that workers on Nottingham’s tram network will go ahead with strike action in the ongoing dispute at the company.

The news is a blow to event organisers coming just 24 hours before the Nottingham Goose Fair, one of the city’s busiest weeks, is due to begin.

Over 200 workers on Nottingham’s tram network, including, drivers, maintenance teams, ticketing, and security staff, will take part in the walk out.

Strike action will begin tonight at 00:01 and last for ten days.

Colin Whyatt, GMB Organiser, said:

“Strike action is always a last resort, and it’s no wonder so many Nottingham residents are aghast that tram bosses have let this happen.

“Tram staff do vital work keeping families, businesses and communities moving. 

"It’s only right that their pay lets them keep up with the bills and take care of their families.

“Unfortunately tram bosses appear not to agree and workers are being forced to take matters into their own hands”.