People travelling in the Liverpool City Region are being urged to plan their journeys and check before they travel ahead of planned industrial action by members of Unite, GMB on Arriva bus services.



Strike action is due to affect Arriva bus services on Monday 20th and Monday 27th November 2017, further information can be found below.

Further Arriva bus strike action has been confirmed on:

Monday 4th December 2017
Thursday 7th December 2017
Tuesday 12th December 2017
Wednesday 13th December 2017
Thursday 14th December 2017
Wednesday 20th December 2017
Thursday 21st December 2017
Friday 22nd December 2017
Saturday 23rd December 2017


Further information will follow, please check back regularly for updates.


Monday 20th and Monday 27th November

How you can help

Consider your alternative travel options. You can use the Merseytravel journey planner.
Check timetables and leave more time for your journey.
Avoid travelling at peak times where possible.
Stick to public transport wherever possible to reduce congestion on key routes in and out of the city centre including Mersey Tunnels.
Speak to your employer about whether there is any flexibility in working times or the possibility of working from home.


Bus services

Arriva services in Merseyside will not be running with the exception of the 713 and the existing park and ride services in Southport.

All Arriva tickets will be accepted on Stagecoach services on the advertised Quality Bus Network – however these services will be very busy.