A bus operator, which has services in Lancashire, say strike action will come to an end today (August 18) after weeks of disruption.

Arriva North West workers’ industrial action will officially end at 3am after a pay deal was agreed on Tuesday.

A spokesperson said yesterday: “Arriva North West is today able to confirm that following ongoing discussions in recent weeks, all parties have come to an agreement on an unprecedented pay deal for Arriva North West drivers.

“Following a meeting today, in which the agreement was reached, Unions will now take this recommended offer to our colleagues.

“Furthermore, it has also been agreed that industrial action across Cheshire, Lancashire, Manchester and Merseyside will be suspended from 3am on Thursday August 18 and all parties will now work together to progress the pay offer.

“Arriva would like to thank our customers across the North West region, for your continued patience in recent weeks, during the extremely challenging Strike period.

Timetable and journey information for Arriva North West services returning on Thursday August 18 can be found online at arrivabus.co.uk and via the Arriva journey planning.”

The bus operator has been in talks with members of Unite and GMB union since July 20.

 Here is a full list of Arriva North West services in Lancashire:

  • 300 Liverpool to Southport
  • 310 Liverpool to Ormskirk
  • 362 Wigan to Chorley
  • 375/385 Southport to Wigan
  • 395 Skelmersdale to Wigan