SATAWU condemns the illegal strike action of Gautrain bus drivers

The South African Transport & Allied Workers Unions (SATAWU)  condemns in the strongest words possible the actions of Mega Express bus drivers who are contracted to Gautrain. According to media reports, these workers are currently on an illegal strike. We wish to publicly say SATAWU did not declare any mutual interest dispute with Bombela Operating Company the owners of Gautrain.  SATAWU does not condone any illegal action taken by its members.

The decision to embark on an illegal strike and march to Bombela's offices to demand a salary adjustment is quite regrettable. SATAWU strongly condemns this action, our national office has instructed the Gauteng provincial executive to investigate the matter and provide a full report on the context under which the decision to strike was taken.

Statement issued by SATAWU Secretariat, August 8 2011

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