ScotRail adds more Sunday trains after union row sees services cut

ScotRail have confirmed the number of trains running at the weekend will increase after industrial action caused a number of services to be axed.

The rail operator is introducing a temporary timetable for Sundays, which follows the introduction of temporary timetables for Monday to Friday and Saturday.

The action was taken after a significant number of drivers declined to make themselves available for overtime or rest day working following a dispute about pay.

The latest addition of services confirms a story first reported by The Scotsman on Wednesday.

The changes to the Sunday timetable comes after the drivers’ union Aslef confirmed its executive committee had rejected ScotRail’s improved pay offer made last week.

Customers will be able to see the new temporary timetable for Sunday on ScotRail’s website and app from Saturday morning, as customer information systems are currently updating.All temporary timetables can be viewed here.

David Simpson, ScotRail service delivery director, said: “We’re sorry to customers for the disruption on Sundays over recent weeks so this temporary timetable will provide greater certainty and reliability for customers.

“We’re incredibly disappointed and frustrated that Aslef bosses have rejected this improved pay offer.

ScotRail services have been cut due to the drivers' dispute. Picture: John Devlin

“Our substantially improved pay offer reflects the cost-of-living challenges faced by families across the country, while balancing it against the need to provide value for the taxpayer.

“We have offered to meet Aslef, but, in the meantime, would urge them to reconsider this offer in the interest of their members and the future of the railway in Scotland.

“We’re asking customers to check their journey on our website, mobile app, and through our social media channels as train times will have changed.”