Striking bus drivers take to picket line

By Nub News Reporter 14th Aug 2026

Local News by Nub News Reporter 14th Aug 2026

STRIKING bus drivers who work from the Arriva depot at Magnet Road, Grays, began the first of their days of action today (Friday, 14 August).

The dispute is over the alleged lack of action by managers of the company over 'intolerable' conditions in bus cabs during the recent heatwaves.

See our video report: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1BjbKZ3WjJ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Members of the Unite union waved placards and protest banners to drivers on London Road.

See story: https://thurrock.nub.news/news/local-news/borough-bus-routes-affected-as-drivers-strike-over-conditions-and-intolerable-temperatures-in-cab-304972

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