'Difficult' day for passengers due to Tube strike
Summary
London's Tube services were severely disrupted on Tuesday because of a strike by Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) Union members. The strike was over a disagreement about a proposed shorter working week for Tube drivers, causing delays, suspended lines, and fewer passengers using the Tube.Key Facts
- Tube services across London faced major problems due to a strike by the RMT Union.
- The strike was caused by a disagreement over plans for a 35-hour, four-day working week for drivers.
- Some Tube lines, like the Circle and Waterloo & City lines, stopped running entirely.
- About 60% of drivers still went to work, but Tube use dropped by 43% before 10:00 am.
- Passengers experienced long waits, rain, and traffic jams as many switched to buses or taxis.
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan called for talks between TfL (Transport for London) and the union to avoid more strikes.
- The RMT union says it remains open to talks to solve the strike issues.
- Further strike actions, including a planned 24-hour walkout on Thursday, are possible.
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