Tube drivers in London began a 24-hour strike on Tuesday, June 2, causing significant delays and disruptions across the network. The walkout, protesting proposed changes to working patterns, is the first of two planned strikes this week, with a second scheduled for Thursday, June 4.
RMT union confirms two 24-hour strikes on June 2 and 4 over London Underground's proposed four-day week, citing safety and fatigue concerns, despite TfL's assurance of voluntary trial and Aslef's endorsement.
London Underground drivers, represented by RMT, are striking over the voluntary introduction of a four-day week with condensed hours. TfL states drivers can opt for a five-day pattern, while Aslef has accepted the proposals.
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London Underground faces a second 24-hour strike from midday Thursday as RMT union drivers protest TfL's proposed voluntary four-day working week, citing fatigue and safety concerns. Services are reduced across most lines, with Piccadilly, Waterloo & City and Circle lines expected to have no service during strike hours. The dispute continues with no further talks scheduled, and RMT has threatened four more strikes in May and June.
London Underground drivers will stage six 24-hour strikes starting 21 April over plans for a voluntary four-day working week. The RMT union opposes the proposal, saying longer shifts would cause driver fatigue and compromise safety. TfL says the change would be voluntary with no reduction in contractual hours. Services on Piccadilly, Circle and parts of Central and Metropolitan lines will be affected.
