This is the longest train strike since privatisation

The southern rail saga rumbles on as the RMT Union began the first of several planned strikes over the Christmas period today, causing major disruption for commuters.

Communications have broken down between the unions and the franchise, in the latest episode of a long running dispute over train guards.

Latest TV’s Michael Goodier reports

The Southern Rail saga rumbles on as the RMT Union began the first of several planned strikes over the Christmas period today, causing major disruption for commuters.

Communications have broken down between the unions and the franchise, in the latest episode of a long running dispute over train guards.

Latest TV’s Michael Goodier reports…