BUS drivers in Bradford have today announced a 48-hour strike in the district.

Unite members who work for First West Yorkshire say the action, taken by 380 people,  will affect thousands of commuters.

The walk-out is by members based at the First Bradford depot, in Bowling Back Lane, Bradford, who are in dispute with the company about proposed changes at the depot, which they fear will lead to its closure, and potential job losses.

The strike starts just after midnight on Monday, April 27.

Emma Taylor, business manager for First in Bradford, said: "I'm very disappointed that Unite intend to strike next week and bring such massive and unnecessary disruption to bus users across the Bradford district.

"I believe this action is completely unjustified when I have given my reassurance to the trade union that there are no jobs at risk and the depot is not closing.

"In fact our plans in Bradford are for investment and development particularly in line with the expanding retail offer in the next few months."