‘My shirt is wringing wet’: National Express bus drivers speak out about 40C conditions during heatwaves
Summary
Bus drivers in the West Midlands, UK, reported very hot working conditions reaching 40°C inside their buses during recent heatwaves. They said the lack of proper air conditioning made driving unsafe for themselves and passengers. The union and some politicians want better rules and protections for workers in such extreme heat.Key Facts
- Bus drivers in the West Midlands experienced inside temperatures of about 40°C during heatwaves.
- Drivers said the heat made them very uncomfortable and tired, raising safety concerns.
- Some passengers have passed out on buses due to the heat.
- Drivers criticized their employer, National Express, for not addressing the heat issues seriously.
- The union Unite warned about the "greenhouse effect" caused by glass windows trapping heat.
- The union gave drivers letters that allow them to stop working if the bus is too hot for safety.
- Politicians like MP Hannah Spencer want to create laws for maximum workplace temperatures.
- London’s mayor and other local leaders are working on better support for bus drivers in heatwaves.
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