In a continuing battle over pay, London Underground staff are preparing for a four-day strike later this month. The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) announced the upcoming walkouts as workers also demand improvements in their pensions and working conditions. With hundreds of jobs on the line, including those in Tube stations and maintenance, the dispute shows no sign of resolution.
Here’s everything you need to know about the strike and its impact on passengers:
When is the strike action taking place?
The RMT has scheduled the following dates for the London Underground workers to walkout:
- Tuesday 25 July
- Wednesday 26 July
- Thursday 27 July
- Friday 28 July
No strike is planned for Monday, July 24th.
Which lines will be affected?
Although more than 10,000 workers are eligible to strike, the specific lines affected will vary on different days. Details regarding the affected lines are yet to be disclosed.
What have union bosses said?
Mick Lynch, the general secretary of RMT, has declared that the strike action will effectively “shut down the tube” and emphasize the importance of these workers. He also criticized Transport for London (TfL) for their plan to cut 600 jobs and undermine the pensions of union members. Lynch appealed to Mayor of London Sadiq Khan to align himself with the union and push back against the Tory Government’s damaging agenda for London’s transport infrastructure.
How has Transport for London responded?
Glynn Barton, the chief operating officer of TfL, expressed disappointment with the RMT’s decision to strike and urged the union to reconsider and engage in discussions to find a resolution. TfL clarified that there are currently no proposals to alter pension arrangements, but they are exploring various options to ensure job security and prevent any increase in working hours. It is worth noting that the RMT has also announced plans for 20,000 rail workers across the UK to strike in July.
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