Leaders at the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport workers have warned that almost a quarter of rail station workers could face losing their jobs under new plans backed by Tories
Nearly a quarter of railway station staff face the axe under controversial plans to close ticket offices, union leaders said.
The RMT claims the proposal to shut counters at 974 stations across England could lead to 2,300 job losses. It says roles at risk would not only be confined to ticket offices.
Staff who help passengers and support safety around the stations would also be in danger. The Tories are backing the plans drawn up by the train companies.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “Cuts on this scale will have horrific consequences. We will see an increase in crime and a reduction in accessibility and safety.” Ministers and train operators say ticket office staff would be moved to the platforms to help travellers.