Supreme Court Rules Against Nexus in Tyne and Wear Metro Pay Dispute Over Collective Agreement Involving RMT and Unite Unions

The Supreme Court has ruled against Nexus, the operator of the Tyne and Wear Metro, in a significant pay dispute. The court's decision emphasizes that employers are not permitted to retrospectively alter collective agreements without the direct involvement of employees. This ruling is seen as a reinforcement of collective bargaining rights, a victory for unions such as the RMT and Unite, which advocated for the workers' rights in this case. The ruling is expected to have implications for labor relations and collective agreements within the transport sector in the region.