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The upcoming strikes by RMT union members of London Underground in January will result in major disturbance in the city next week.
If the planned strike occurs, beginning on Sunday, January 7th, there will be an early shutdown of services that evening and limited or no service on the entire Tube network from Monday through Thursday. Service is anticipated to resume on Friday morning.
TfL has advised tube passengers to only travel if their journey is necessary.
The workforce will go on strike on separate days to minimize the impact on pay, while still causing significant disruption.
The RMT members rejected a pay offer of 5 percent below the rate of inflation, with more than 90 percent voting against it. The union deemed the offer to be unacceptable.
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“The decision by Transport for London to not reinstate employee travel benefits and establish a two-tier workforce is also deemed unacceptable,” stated Mick Lynch, general secretary of RMT.
“Our members have expressed their readiness to take action and we urge TfL to enhance their proposal in order to prevent any disruptions in the city.”
A representative from TfL expressed disappointment over the RMT’s decision to strike in response to our complete and non-negotiable salary proposal.
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During our negotiations with our trade unions, we have consistently communicated that this proposal is the maximum amount we are able to offer while still maintaining safe, dependable, and sustainable operations.
We urge the RMT to communicate with us in order to prevent inconvenience for the residents of London.
This is all the information we currently have.
When will the Tube strikes occur in January 2024?
There will be an industrial strike starting on Sunday, January 7th and ending on Friday, January 12th. The following services will experience disruptions:
On Sunday, January 7th, Tube services will be ending earlier than usual. It is recommended for customers to finish their Tube travels by 5:30pm.
From Monday 8 to Thursday 11 January, there will be significant disturbance and it is anticipated that there will be no or limited services running.
On Friday, January 12th, there will be a delayed start for Tube services. A regular schedule is anticipated by midday.
TfL suggests that individuals who must travel during the strike should prepare in advance, verify their route beforehand, and allocate extra time for transportation.
Are there any London Underground services operational?
Although there will be disruptions on all Tube lines, other TfL services will not be impacted. Buses, DLR, London Overground, and Elizabeth line will still run. However, TfL cautions that these services may experience more passengers and be impacted by station closures that also serve London Underground lines.
There may also be one-way or queue systems implemented.
What are some alternative methods of transportation during the Tube strikes?
Besides buses and DLR trains, visitors in London can choose to utilize the city’s bike rental programs for transportation, such as Santander Cycles starting at £1.65 for a 30-minute rental, or Lime with an unlocking fee of £1 and a riding fee of 23p per minute.
In certain situations, you may have the option to travel to your desired location by walking. TfL is actively encouraging people to choose walking as a mode of transportation – they offer helpful walking guides and have partnered with Go Jauntly to provide a Walking Tube Map on mobile devices, making walking a more convenient part of daily trips.
Traveling by car is a common way to reach your destination, whether it be in your own personal vehicle or through transportation services like London cabs and Uber. However, it is important to note that there may be increased traffic on the roads, and commuters are advised to plan for extra time in their travels.
This information is from independent.co.uk.
