I was going to a conference in Glasgow so I took the early Inverness to Edinburgh train, which changes for Glasgow at Perth.

The train from Perth to Glasgow is normally packed

At the time I didn't know there was a strike, but did notice that the train was not terribly busy.

Just as the train was starting up there was an announcement that said something about a strike. I was reading a paper and was not really listening.

I wasn't really sure about when the strike was happening and had to ask a guard.

Changing at Perth, the station was very quiet.

The train to Glasgow is usually absolutely packed, but was also quiet which actually made it a pleasant journey.

I don't know very much about what the strike is about, but I don't have a gripe with the signal workers and I support the right of people to strike for better work and conditions.

Getting home is going to be a challenge, but I like problem solving.