The RMT, also known as the National Union of Rail, Maritime, and Transport Workers, is a British labor organization that represents those working in the transportation industry.

How long will RMT strikes last?

The RMT strikes will last for 48 hours that is 2 days. For 48 hours, 14 major railway operators will be affected by the strikes.

 

Do RMT strikes affect Eurostar?

RMT strikes affect Eurostar. The union predicted that the strikes would “severely impact” Christmastime Eurostar service. “It is terrible that they are not being paid a proper pay,” said Mick Lynch, general secretary of the RMT. “Eurostar security staff are fundamental to the operation of Eurostar.”

The National Union of Railwaymen (NUR) and the National Union of Seamen (NUS) joined forces in 1990 to form the RMT, a unified trade union for the transportation sector.

Mick Lynch serves as general secretary and Alex Gordon serves as the organization’s current president.

One of the labor unions in Britain with the highest growth is the RMT. Under and after Bob Crow’s leadership, membership increased, rising from 57,000 in 2002 to over 80,000.