Sydney train commuters urged to tap Opal readers despite staff leaving gates open | Mattonews
Commuters have been urged to tap on and off at electronic Opal readers at train stations over the coming weeks when staff are expected to leave tickets gates open as part of escalating industrial action over train safety and pay.
The Rail Tram and Bus Union has vowed to press on with industrial action until it receives a deed that satisfies the demands of its members for safety modifications to be made to guard compartments. “Tapping on and tapping off ensures commuters are charged the correct fare, and can access Opal benefits, including daily and weekly travel caps,” chief executive Matt Longland said.The Opal system will charge a default fare, which is the most expensive for a trip, if passengers fail to tap on and off correctly.NSW Employee Relations Minister Damien Tudehope again called on the unions to abandon their industrial action.
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