Train drivers in England, represented by the Aslef union, have overwhelmingly accepted a pay deal, ending over two years of strike action. The deal, proposed by Transport Secretary Louise Haigh shortly after Labour's general election win, includes a 5% backdated pay rise for 2022-23, 4.75% for 2023-24, and 4.5% for 2024-25, totaling nearly a 15% increase over three years. The acceptance of the deal by 96% of Aslef members concludes the longest train drivers' strike in recent history, which saw 18 days of strike action and severe disruption. Aslef had previously accused the Conservative government of inaction and refusing to negotiate. The agreement also ensures no changes to working conditions, which was a key sticking point in earlier negotiations with the Rail Delivery Group.