“We’re Human, Not Machines” London Bus Drivers Speak Out During Strike

Drivers at Bow Bus Garage are on strike for three days, with staff and union representatives raising concerns over long shifts, fatigue and limited recovery time between duties. In this London Bus Forums report, drivers say they are being pushed to work excessive duties with inadequate breaks, and in some cases have less than 10 hours between shifts. Speaking from the picket line, Unite Convenor Michael Plummer said drivers want a return to duty structures that previously allowed proper rest and recovery time. Drivers interviewed during the action also raised concerns about the wider impact fatigue can have on safety and wellbeing. Drivers also spoke about recent London bus crashes and concerns around fatigue, with some linking long duties and inadequate recovery time to wider safety issues. One driver summed up the feeling among staff by saying: “We’re human. But they’re treating us like we’re machines.” The footage was recorded on location at Bow Bus Garage in East London. Why are Bus Drivers Striking? https://www.londonbusforums.co.uk/bow... #BusCrash #BusDrivers #buscrashlondon #busdriverabuse #transportforlondon #tfl #Fatigue #BowBusGarage #BusStrike #LondonBusForums #Unite #LondonBuses #EastLondon