Transport for London (TfL) is advising customers to avoid travelling on the Tube as limited or no service is expected
(Picture: Getty Images)A 24-hour strike planned by London Underground is expected to impact National Rail services today and tomorrow morning.
Transport for London (TfL) is advising customers to avoid travelling on the Tube as limited or no service is expected. Although London Overground, Doc klands Light Railway (DLR), London Trams and other services on the TfL network will operate, customers are advised to check the situation before they travel.
Disruption on the Tube is expected to persist into Friday morning as staff return to work.
How will National Rail services be impacted? Here’s everything you need to know.
National Rail services impacted by Tube strikes
National Rail trains (including the Elizabeth line which is not a Tube service) will be running as normal. However, they are likely to be much busier than normal as Tube passengers seek alternative transport routes.
National Rail customers crossing London may experience disruption with some London stations not being served at due to the strikes. If you are visiting the capital for business or leisure, you may have to find alternative ways of travelling around.
Services affected by today’s strike action are expected to return to normal by mid-morning tomorrow.
It is advised that you check the train operator’s website or on their social media channels before travelling.
Why is TfL striking?
The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) announced its members were striking after talks failed to resolve a dispute over pay, jobs and working conditions.
It is urging TfL to pause job cuts and pension changes in an attempt to give both sides space to negotiate a suitable settlement.
But RMT chiefs are claiming Tube bosses are refusing the terms that had been put to them. The union feels it has been left with no choice but to retaliate with strike action.
Mick Lynch, the RMT General Secretary, said: “TfL have missed a golden opportunity to make progress in these negotiations and avoid strike action on Thursday.
“Our members are resolute in their determination to see a just settlement to this jobs and pensions dispute.
“And they will continue their industrial campaign for as long as it takes.
“TfL need to start making compromises and work with the union to reach a deal that works for staff and avoids further disruption to the lives of passengers.”
