First Tube strike since March 2023 under way
Summary
London Underground staff are on strike for five days over pay and working conditions, starting from the latest closure since March 2023. The strike involves members of the RMT union who are seeking a 32-hour workweek and better manage fatigue. This action affects London Tube services, although other transport lines will operate normally but are expected to be crowded.Key Facts
- London Underground staff began a five-day strike over pay and working conditions.
- The RMT union seeks a 32-hour workweek and better fatigue management for workers.
- Transport for London has offered a 3.4% pay increase but says a shorter workweek is not feasible.
- Tube services will be limited or not operating until Friday morning, with normal service resuming at 08:00.
- The Elizabeth line, Overground, and buses will run normally but are expected to be more crowded.
- A separate dispute will affect the Docklands Light Railway on Tuesday and Thursday.
- The last full Tube network closure due to a strike was in March 2023.
- The mayor of London previously used funds to prevent a strike last year, which later led to controversy.
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