Expect disruption of entire tube network, says TfL
We're being warned that planned strikes could mean a significantly reduced service on all Tube lines next week
TfL is warning that the entire Tube network could be disrupted next week, if planned strike action goes ahead.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport Union are planning two strikes next week.
If they go ahead, the first will begin at midday on Tuesday 24 August and last for twenty four hours until 11:59 on Wednesday 25 August.
The second will begin at midday on Thursday 26 August, and last for twenty four hours until 11:59 on Friday 27 August.
Customers are being advised to complete any journeys before 13:00 on Tuesday and Thursday.
TfL says it is possible that no service at all will operate on some lines.
It's part of a dispute over Night Tube Train drivers' grade.
London Underground and its trade unions have been in consultation for several months.
Nick Dent, Director of Customer Operations for London Underground, said:
“We have made changes to the way we roster drivers to help us provide a regular Tube service. They have also helped to create more flexibility for many of our drivers and have resulted in no job losses. We have been able to return the Waterloo & City line to service as a result of these changes, and they will help as we continue to work on fully restoring other parts of the Tube service.
“Our drivers have been vital in keeping the Tube running during the pandemic, ensuring that key workers could move around the city during the lockdowns and helping fuel London’s recovery in more recent weeks. This new arrangement means that all drivers have been given the opportunity for full-time work and long-term job certainty, while Londoners can continue to rely on the regularity of Tube services.
“I urge the RMT to withdraw this action and to continue engaging with the constructive discussions we have been having in recent weeks so that we can avoid this unnecessary disruption to Londoners going about their daily lives.”