Ten days of train strikes in December called by union Aslef

The disruption will start from this Friday, December 1, and last until Saturday, December 9.

People are being urged to check every journey they plan to take before setting off.

The strikes are part of nationwide industrial action by train drivers’ union Aslef.

Southern said sporting events will also be affected by the strikes.

Brighton and Hove Albion are hosting Brentford on Wednesday, December 6, and Burnley on Saturday, December 9.

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Jenny Saunders, customer services director for Govia Thames Railway, said: “We’re really sorry for the disruption customers will experience as we make significant timetable changes during this period of sustained national industrial action.

“I strongly urge customers to check every journey, every day, so they aren't caught out.

“No two consecutive days will be the same, so please plan all your journeys carefully, including any connections with other operators, in advance at nationalrail.co.uk, and once again before you set off.

“Industrial action is terrible for everyone, and we hope for a national resolution as soon as possible.”

There will be an amended timetable during the strike period but rail services are expected to start later and finish earlier on each day.

Visit Southern Rail’s website for more details.