Train workers fume after revealing uniforms show bras with ‘see through’ blouses
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Workers have been left fuming after one of Britain's largest train firms allegedly handed them "see-through" uniforms which show their bras.
Avanti West Coast has come under fire after being accused of making employees uncomfortable by giving them "flimsy new blouses and shirts … which are basically transparent".
RMT union said they have received dozens of complaints from staff who are in disbelief by the new uniforms made of thin material.
A source told The Daily Telegraph that staff are threatening strike action.
RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “We have received a large number of complaints from members on the West Coast Mainline who have been issued with these flimsy new blouses and shirts by Avanti which are basically transparent.
"The shoddy items need to be withdrawn immediately and replaced with quality garments made of the appropriate material."
He added: “Rail workers already suffer widespread abuse as they go about their work without having to wear uniforms that leave them feeling uncomfortable, exposed and a target for that abuse.
"The company need to take urgent and immediate action to rectify this situation, listen to their staff and respect their duty of care.”
Avanti West Coast have denied any complaints and said the “shirt is heavier than the current uniform and conforms with international standards of grading quality”.
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A spokesperson added: “Our staff have the option to wear alternative items including a polo shirt, dress, or layer with other garments as part of the design.”
The company operates trains from London to Manchester, which are classed as some of the most expensive in the country, reports The Sun.
Responding to the claims, a spokesman for Avanti West Coast told the Daily Star: "The uniform has been trialled by staff from across the business and this issue was not raised.
"The composition of the shirt is heavier than the current uniform and conforms with international standards of grading quality.
"Our staff have the option to wear alternative items including a polo shirt, dress, or layer with other garments as part of the design and we’ll continue to work with them to take onboard their feedback”.
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