When was the last tube strike?
On 24 June 2011, the strikes were cancelled after London Underground reinstated the Tube driver at the centre of the dispute. Further strikes over TfL’s plans to close Underground ticket offices took place in February 2014. 2014-04-??
Which Tube lines are affected by strike?
Which lines are affected by the Tube strike? Five lines are affected by the strike, with the Central, Jubilee, Northern, Victoria, and Piccadilly all seeing various levels of disruption.
Why are Tube drivers on strike?
London Undergroundservices have been disrupted today (Friday 26 November) as drivers launch a 24-hour strike in a dispute over the Night Tube. The Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) said its members were solidly supporting the walkout, which will be followed by more action in the run up to Christmas.
What is the RMT strike about?
22 December 2021 RAIL UNION RMT confirmed today that strike action will go ahead on Cross Country trains from Christmas eve over an assault on the role of the guard. RMT train managers and senior conductors voted overwhelmingly for action as the company has sought to draft in other staff to carry out their roles.
Is the DLR running today?
The DLR runs from 5.30am-12.30am, Monday-Saturday, and from 7am-11.30pm on Sunday.
How many hours do Tube drivers work?
Drivers usually work 36-hour weeks and have 43 days of annual leave, including bank holidays. Shifts can start as early as 4.45am and end as late as 1.30am. The drivers cannot drink alcohol for eight hours before a shift starts. They are sometimes asked to work as many as 17 weekends in a row.
Is London Underground running?
Greater London is served by 11 Tube lines, along with the Docklands Light Railway (DLR), London Overground line and an interconnected local train network. Underground trains generally run between 5am and midnight, Monday to Saturday, with reduced operating hours on Sunday.
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Is the congestion charge running today?
The Congestion Charge operates 07:00-22:00 every day, except Christmas Day (25 December) and the period up to and including New Year’s Day Bank Holiday.
Is South Kensington station open?
South Kensington station will remain open for Circle and District line customers. Customers will be able to use these lines if they need to alight at the station or alight at Gloucester Road, which is an eight-minute walk to South Kensington. Detailed travel advice is set to be published in the new year.