Official circular - MAINTENANCE OPTIMISATION - LONDON UNDERGROUND (LUL/15/4/)

Dear Colleagues,

A resolution was received from LU Fleet about an alarming policy change by management over the maintenance regime on trains. This was placed before the General Grade Committee who have made the following decision:-

“That we note the report from our Lead Organiser and the resolution from LU Fleet Branch. Cutting examination of the train braking systems and other equipment from 14 to 28 days is a shameless attempt to save money by reducing safety standards. At the same time LUL plan to force our members to move location or grade, which will lead to an impact on pay and pensions in some cases. The General Secretary is accordingly instructed to ballot our London Underground Fleet members of action short of strike action and publicise the reckless behaviour of London Underground.”

We have begun preparations for holding the ballot and I shall of course keep members and branches fully advised of developments.