Rail strikes to go ahead after talks over role of guards break down

Failure of talks between unions and Arriva – which runs Northern – and South Western Railway will mean disruption on three days next weekTalks between the RMT union and two of the biggest train operators have collapsed, leaving passengers facing widespread disruption next week in the ongoing row over the role of guards.Negotiations with Arriva – which runs Northern – and South Western Railway broke down without agreement, meaning guards will strike on Monday, Wednesday an