Go North East Bus Workers Embrace New Pay Deal, Ending Strike

Consett, UK — The community breathes a sigh of relief as Go North East bus workers have voted to accept a new pay offer, bringing an end to the extensive strike that has impacted north-east England for over a month.



Since 28 October, about 1,400 staff members, including drivers, office personnel, and engineers, had ceased operations in a dispute over pay, significantly affecting almost all services. However, a recent vote, with 1,407 participants, saw 749 workers in favour of the new offer, indicating a resolution to the standoff.



This positive outcome means bus services are set to return to their regular schedules from this Saturday, as per reports from the BBC.



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