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Stagecoach Manchester: industrial action announced

09 Aug 2023

Stagecoach Manchester have been informed by the union Unite that industrial action will take place on 11, 12, 13, 14 August, affecting services operating from their Ashton, Hyde Road, Sharston and Stockport depots

On these strike days, only the following limited services will run between 7am and 7pm:

  • Service 43: every 15 minutes
  • Service 192: every 15 minutes Hazel Grove - Manchester and every 15 minutes Stepping Hill Hospital - Manchester
  • Service 201: every 15 minutes
  • Service 203: every 15 minutes
  • Service 219: every 15 minutes

Services not affected

The industrial action does not affect Stagecoach services operated from their Middleton and Wigan depots. 

What should I do if I think my journey to campus may be affected?

We recognise that this strike action may leave some colleagues with limited options for travelling to work, as well as having an adverse effect on other forms of travel.

We encourage managers and employees to discuss the most appropriate contingencies. For those teams affected by the removal of VPN access, please view our guidance which details examples of temporary adjustments that can help you determine the most appropriate working arrangements. 

Further information:

Update 18 August - Strike action has been suspended please read this updated article