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Major travel disruption in London due to strike action

Huge crowds of people are seen queueing at stations in the capital - with no trains running on any London Underground lines today.

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Commuters in London are facing lengthy delays due to travel disruption caused by strike action.

No trains are running on any London Underground lines due to the walkout by Aslef and the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) members - part of coordinated industrial action across the country.

Huge crowds of people were left queueing at stations including Tottenham Court Road in central London this morning.

And transport monitors say it has increased the number of traffic jams in the capital.

Journey times for drivers were significantly longer during the commute as a result.

Geolocation technology company TomTom said at 7am the average time it took to drive 10km (6.2 miles) in London was two minutes longer than normal at that time, at 15 minutes and 27 seconds.

It also said there were 387 traffic jams in the capital - stretching for a total of 406km (252.3 miles).

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Transport strikes: How to get around London in July

The RMT and Aslef unions have suspended industrial action that would have put a halt to the Tube network for four days and caused widespread disruption from Monday to Saturday.

As part of a protracted dispute over pensions, job losses and working conditions, the RMT (National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers) had proposed six days of strikes on the London Underground from July 23.

The RMT’s general secretary, Mick Lynch, said that although there had been “significant progress” in talks held by conciliation service Acas, this was not the end of the dispute, negotiations were continuing, and a strike mandate was still in place.

The union said concessions included longer guarantees on earnings, no pension changes for at least three years and a halt to productivity proposals that it said would have damaged the terms and conditions of RMT members.

The mayor of London , Sadiq Khan, said that the decision to suspend strike action was “really welcome news for Londoners”.

“Despite the onerous funding deal conditions imposed by the government we have managed to avoid industrial action ,” he added.

“Negotiation is always the best way forward and this shows what we can achieve by working with trade unions.”

The RMT’s planned rail strikes are still in place so it is advisable for you to double-check your plans before leaving, particularly the first and last trains on strike days and, if applicable, your return trip.

For the most recent information, visit the Live Trains website and Journey Planner . If you still have questions, contact your local train company.

When are the train strikes?

Between july 20 and july 29.

Best apps for navigating London during the strikes: From live travel info to bike hire

The RMT union announced that strikes affecting nationwide rail services will take place on Thursday, July 20, Saturday, July 22 and Saturday, July 29. There are likely to be little or no service across the network, according to the National Rail website.

July 26 and July 28

Aslef members at 16 rail operators will refuse to work overtime – an action short of a strike – on the following days:

• Friday, July 21
• Saturday, July 22
• Monday, July 31
• Tuesday, August 1
• Wednesday, August 2
• Thursday, August 3
• Friday, August 4
• Saturday, August 5

Which train services will be affected by the strikes?

The following services will be subject to industrial action, according to the National Rail website .

• Avanti West Coast
• Chiltern Railways
• CrossCountry
• East Midlands Railway
• Great Western Railway
• Northern Trains
• Southeastern
• South Western Railway
• Transpennine Express
• West Midlands Railway

Public transport over July 23-28

There are various strikes affecting several different types of public transport between July 23 and July 28.

The Tube strike has been called off so trains should run as normal.

Overground trains

Passengers can expect normal services on the London Overground and Heathrow Express.

Buses are a convenient substitute during strikes, and the daily maximum fare for pay-as-you-go bus-only travel is restricted to £4.95. However, expect services to be busy.

Rent a bike

For those wanting to avoid packed buses when a train or Tube strike hits, city bikes such as Santander Cycles are available across London.

Black taxis, Uber and Bolt will also be on hand to help people needing to get to their location.

Eurostar will be running as normal; however, connections to and from the train operator’s main hub at London St Pancras International will be difficult because staff at East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, and Thameslink, which serve the station, are walking out.

July events affected by the strikes

Passengers planning to travel to the first four days of the fourth Ashes Test between England and Australia, which starts on Wednesday July 19 at Old Trafford in Manchester, will be affected by the Aslef overtime ban.

Three of the month’s busiest days will be the focus of the RMT union’s nationwide walkouts.

Beginning on July 20 and 22, when the Open golf tournament is being held at Royal Liverpool Golf Club, a lot of families will be on the move.

Travel to and from holiday resorts as well as cricket fans going to London for the fifth Ashes Test at the Oval will be affected by the strike on July 29.

What if you have a train ticket booked for one of the strike days?

If the train that the ticket is booked for is cancelled, delayed or rescheduled, passengers with Advance, Anytime or Off-Peak tickets can be reimbursed without paying fees.

Train companies will probably provide customers with the option to travel on a variety of days that are not strike days.

Season ticket holders who don’t use their tickets can submit a Delay Repay claim for reimbursement for the strike dates.

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How to navigate London amid transport strikes and airport disruptions

Jun 22, 2022 • 5 min read

Travelers in Britain this week face significant public transport disruption © Getty Images

Britain's biggest rail strike in 30 years began on Tuesday, with an estimated 40,000 rail staff taking part in the protest. Industrial action — prompted by a long-running dispute over salary, job security and redundancies — is scheduled for another two days this week, leading  London 's transport authority to warn against travel in the capital on strike days.

Transport for London (TfL) said many stations will close on days of strike action and is warning of "severe disruption" against the city's entire public transport system. 

What dates are the strikes taking place?

The first day of strikes took place on Tuesday but two more are scheduled for this week: Thursday, June 23 and Saturday, June 25.

What lines are affected?

Not all rail operators are taking part in the strike, however all public transport in Britain will be impacted, even buses and trams, as they take on additional passengers who can't access cancelled or reduced rail services. Half of railways nationwide are expected to shut down on Thursday and Saturday.

In London, the strikes are affecting the new Elizabeth line, London Overground services and some Tube services, both on strike days and until mid-morning the days after the strikes.

Even though the strike isn't taking place on Wednesday, according to the BBC, only 60% of trains are running in Britain today. TfL's latest updates note that passengers in London can currently expect severe delays on the Piccadilly, Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith and City, and District Tube lines. The London Overground is operating at reduced service with parts of the line suspended. 

Tips for travelers in London

In London, the Overground services will run a reduced service between 7:30 am and 6 pm on Thursday and Saturday, the days of the strikes. Passengers are advised to expect continued disruption until at least mid-morning on Friday and Sunday across all services.

How to get around London

If you do need to travel, expect severe disruption across the rest of the week and allow plenty of extra time to get from A to B. TfL is encouraging people to walk or cycle if possible.

How will this impact travelers using London airports?

Airports in the UK are already struggling with increased demand and staff shortages during high season, with the situation reaching crisis point on Monday when many passengers were left stranded in London's Heathrow after dozens of flights were cancelled. Naturally, the ongoing strike will compound the issue.

People are advised to take alternative transport to airports if possible. National Express buses operate to some airports but services are already overwhelmed with thousands of people already booked onto buses for Glastonbury Festival which takes place this week.

Heathrow Airport

In London, the Heathrow Express — the direct line that takes passengers between London Paddington and Heathrow Airport — is expected to run every 30 minutes on strike days, rather than four times every hour. A final train departing for Heathrow Airport is expected at 6:10 pm from London.

"Due to a planned rail strike, Heathrow Express services will be significantly affected between 21st and 25th June, please allow additional time when traveling on these days. Customers who have already purchased tickets on strike days can claim a full refund or amend their ticket if required," Heathrow Express officials said.

Gatwick Airport

The Gatwick Express train is not running on strike days.

Stansted Airport

The Stansted Express train is running a reduced service on strike days. The first train from the airport to London is at 7:42 am on Thursday and the last is at 4:42 pm, with only one train per hour. On Sunday, the first train is at 7:42 am and the last is at 5:12 pm, with two trains running every hour.

The service from London to Stansted Airport will see the first train run at 8:40 am and the last at 5:40 pm on Thursday, with one train per hour. The first train on Saturday is at 8:10 am and the last is at 5:40 pm, with one train every hour.

Passengers are advised to take alternative transport on the days of industrial action, with Stansted Express offering refunds to those who decide not to take a train due to cancelled, delayed or rescheduled services due to the strike.

London City Airport

The DLR line will operate to London City Airport with some station closures on strike days. 

Why are Britain's rail workers striking?

Two separate strikes are taking place: a nationwide strike from Network Rail and a separate strike from TfL staff; the first time both groups have striked since 1989.

Workers from the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union voted to strike after talks failed with Network Rail bosses over years-long pay freezes and proposed job cuts, with RMT estimating that as many as 2500 jobs are at risk.

In London, the RMT said the Tube strike was over a "separate dispute over pensions and job losses". 

RMT General Secretary Mike Lynch said of the action: "We have a cost-of-living crisis, and it is unacceptable for railway workers to either lose their jobs or face another year of a pay freeze."

In a statement , he added: "RMT members are leading the way for all workers in this country who are sick and tired of having their pay and conditions slashed by a mixture of big business profits and government policy."

Strike action will impact other aspects of travel in Europe this summer, with airline staff in Italy, Spain, France, and Portugal planning strike action in July. In Belgium, a cost of living strike is taking place this week.

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Ultimate Guide: London Tube Strikes Explained & What to Do Now

Traveling to London during a London underground strike? It can be nerve-wracking, especially if you’ve never experienced one before or it’s your first visit to London.

It can be confusing, but I’ll try to simplify things.

Here are London tube strikes explained simply and easily.

I’ll go over how to survive a London underground strike, whether or not to change your plans, and how to get around London during a tube strike when all seems hopeless. 

London Tube Strikes Explained

A London Underground strike is when TFL employees (that’s Transport for London , the company that runs London’s transport system) plan a work strike in protest.

Lots of different labor unions represent employees of TFL. The particular union that is striking will dictate which transport services are closed during a tube strike.

It might be the whole of the underground network (rare, thankfully), just a few tube lines, partial closures, station closures, or any combination of these.

London Strikes: Tube vs. Rail

Heard there’s a “train strike in London”? Make sure you know the differences between tube and rail – a “train strike” can mean a lot of different things.

Two main groups of train networks run in London:

• Transport for London trains (that’s the Underground!)
• National Rail (the large train network that runs a few Underground trains and the vast network of trains across the UK)

✅ During tube strikes , Transport for London workers are striking , so only trains in the London Underground network are affected.

✅ During rail strikes , trains all over the UK – including those in and out of London – can be affected.

London Tube Strike Basics

Now that you know the difference between all the different types of trains, let’s look at what happens during a London Underground strike.

What happens during tube strikes in London? Each strike is different.

✅ They are usually for 24 hours (sometimes more).

✅ Usually not all lines are affected at once.

✅ 14 days notice is required before a strike happens. They won’t pop up unexpectedly.

✅ Buses and trams are not part of London Underground strikes and will still be running.

✅ Sometimes strikes that have been announced are called off last-minute . Cross your fingers!

Which Trains Stop Running During London Tube Strikes? 

It depends which labor unions are striking and which types of TFL employees they represent.

During a London underground strike , you can expect any or all of these lines to be either partially closed, have modified services, or be shut down altogether:

• Hammersmith & City
• Metropolitan
• Waterloo & City

However, during a strike these 3 lines may still be running, or they may be partially disrupted or closed as well due to staffing:

• London Overground
• Elizabeth Line

These 3 trains are within the Underground network, but are run by National Rail and not by Transport for London. They often remain running during a tube strike, and have separate strikes of their own tied to National Rail strikes .

I know. It’s confusing. So let’s look at exactly how to plan travel during a strike.

How to Get Around London During a Tube Strike

You planned a once-in-a-lifetime trip, you booked your hotel, you booked your attractions and…. then you heard the news .

Before you panic, take these next steps.

1. Use Google Maps to Check Your Routes

With your travel itinerary in front of you, open Google Maps and figure out if your routes will be affected on the days you need to use the Underground.

• Plug in your starting point and destination and toggle to the day the strike is planned.
• Check for alerts on the suggested routes – they will be displayed if your journey is disrupted by strikes (and if it’s within the 14 day time frame before the strike).
• If there is an alert and your journey is affected by the strike, go back and see what alternative routes the app suggests. This may be a bus, a different train route, a taxi, etc.
• If you want to see if a future journey is affected, change the date and time of travel in the app.

If you don’t like Google Maps, keep reading – I have Citymapper tips, too (which I personally like better for London navigation).

2. Use Citymapper to Plan Alternate Routes

Google Maps is great for the basics of getting around London , but I like Citymapper best for suggesting alternate routes and having the most helpful and intuitive alternate routes.

Open Citymapper and if you’re not yet in London, set your location to London.

With your itinerary in front of you, figure out the days and routes you’ll need to use for your planned activities.

• Plug in your starting point and destination. Toggle to a future date if you’re not traveling immediately.
• Check for alerts on that suggested route. These will be displayed if it’s within the 14 day time frame before the strike.
• If there is an alert and your journey is affected by the strike, go back and see what alternative routes the app suggests. Citymapper gives you not only the length of the journey in minutes, but also the estimated cost, which is super helpful.
• If you want to see if any future journeys are affected, change the date and time of travel in the app.

3. Figure Out Alternate Transport

If your journey will be severely disrupted by a London strike, here are the best alternative transport methods.

If you’ve checked the navigation apps and your journey is affected, you can:

• Walk , if it’s not too far. You should bring comfortable shoes to London , anyway!
• Take a bus . Routes will be crowded and traffic will be bad, but it may be the best option.
• Take Trains : the Overground, Elizabeth Line, DLR, and National Rail trains may be running normally.
• Hail a black cab (if you can) or call an Uber. Again, traffic will be bad, and it will be expensive, but it may be the best option.
• Take the Uberboat (Thames Clippers) if you are going across the Thames.
• Cycle, if you’re a confident urban cyclist. I would not recommend this to new cyclists or those who have not cycled in busy cities before.

Should I Cancel My London Trip During a Tube Strike?

No! But I understand why you might think you need to. With some simple planning ahead, you can absolutely keep your London travel dates just as they are.

Tourists usually envision a London strike as an entire city shut down, akin to a massive snowstorm. This has only happened a few times, and it’s very rare.

Keep in mind:

• Strikes will not last your whole trip. They usually only last 24 hours. That’s doable.
• Strikes don’t usually close the entire Underground.
• There are always alternative transport options available, though they will be very crowded.

With that said, let’s look at what you should and should not do if you’re in London during a tube strike.

1. Modify Your Itinerary for A London Tube Strike Day

Try to stay within walking radius of your hotel or Airbnb on a strike day. If you’re staying in Central London, this is easily done as there’s so much to see and do in every area .

You may miss some activities you had planned. Most attractions will allow you to reschedule if you have pre-booked tickets.

2. Don’t Plan Excursions

Don’t wake up on a London strike day and think, “I should go to Windsor!” You never know what the day will bring as a London Underground strike has a domino effect to all other transport methods.

Trains will be packed, buses will be packed, roads will be jammed. Just don’t do it.

3. Don’t Take Transport Unless Absolutely Necessary

Is it enjoyable to be watching full bus after full bus pass you by? Or squeezing on that bus with a bunch of grumpy Londoners who still need to get to their day jobs? Absolutely not.

There are enough people struggling on these days to get to very necessary places – don’t add to it unless you absolutely have to.

4. Plan Extra Time for Everything

If it’s your day to fly home, take extra time to get to the airport, even if your route isn’t affected.

If you need to be at the theatre by 7, leave 30 minutes earlier than you planned.

Better safe than sorry.

Airport Transfers and London Tube Strikes Explained

How do you get to the airport during a London Underground strike?

It’s usually not a problem. Rail strikes are much more disruptive for airport transfers than tube strikes are.

Only two London airports are affected by Underground strikes: Heathrow, and London City Airport.

Gatwick, Luton and Stansted are only affected by National Rail strikes or specific union strikes, so tube strikes will not disrupt your main train journey to these airports.

Flying in and Out of Heathrow During a London Tube Strike

Heathrow has two London Underground connections, one or both of which may be disrupted by strikes. But you can still use:

• The Heathrow Express (the fastest route anyway!)
• The Elizabeth Line (run by National Rail, usually open during Underground strikes)
• Coaches run by National Express

Flying in and out of London City Airport During a Tube Strike

London City Airport is the closest airport to London, so it won’t take very long. You can use:

• The DLR (run by National Rail, not the London Underground, so it may still be open)
• London Buses

London Tube Strikes: Final Tips

Strikes are becoming more and more common, so us Londoners have learned to live with them.

They may disrupt your London trip, but they certainly won’t ruin it.

Super Easy Plan for a London Tube Strike:

• Check and double-check which Underground lines are affected.
• Map your routes. Check for disruptions.
• Figure out alternative transport, or rearrange your strike day itinerary if it looks too tricky.

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London Tube Strike FAQ

Do all trains stop running during a train strike in london .

No. The train companies try to minimize disruption to prevent London from grinding to a halt. 

Only lines that are staffed by struck unions will stop running. On very rare occasions the entire network will shut down, but this is not common.

How do I know which trains are striking? 

The easiest way is to check your journey on a mapping app like Citymapper or Google Maps . These will tell you if a strike affects your travel route. 

Major news outlets regularly give updates on strikes , too, and every train operator is on twitter with updated news. 

Does the rail strike include London Underground?

No. Unless the London Underground specifically is striking, the tube will be running as normal. But there are exceptions. 

Three lines – the Elizabeth Line, DLR, and the London Overground – may be included in a rail strike since those are technically part of the train network and not the tube network. 

Should I Rent a Car in London During a Train or Tube Strike?

No. When train and tube strikes happen, the roads get even more congested than usual. Read my full guide on renting a car in London here , in which I detail all the issues and costs that come with renting a car in London.

Do London buses run during the Tube strike?

Yes, buses still run during rail strikes, though they will still be crowded and delayed because of increased traffic. 

How do I get from Heathrow to London during a rail strike? 

Heathrow has several connections to London , and it’s very unlikely that every train or underground line that runs to and from Heathrow will be on strike. 

If the Heathrow Express is striking, take the Elizabeth Line. If the Elizabeth Line is striking, take the Heathrow Express. There are also several coach options, or you can book a car service. 

What happens if I have a train ticket on a strike day?

You will get a refund or a change of journey. Contact your train company. 

What are train workers striking for? 

Better wages, for one. They deserve to be paid a living wage, and inflation has outpaced their salaries. They should not have to strike to be heard.  They are also striking for more job security, better schedules and pensions.

Do I need to take an Uber or a Taxi during London Underground strikes? 

Not necessarily, but if worst comes to worst, you absolutely can.  Keep in mind that London streets will be VERY congested during tube strikes, Uber prices will surge, and it may take a long time to get a car. 

More on Visiting London: 

Your Ultimate Guide to a Family Trip to London on a Budget

Super Simple London Neighborhood Guide: Where’s Best for You?

How to Use the London Underground for the First Time  

How to Catch a Bus in London for the First Time

What’s the Closest Country to London? 10 Incredible Trips to Take Today

“Trains Now on Uber”: What’s the Deal With Uber Trains?

33 Best Non-Touristy Things to Do in London

Printable London Packing List to Save you Money 

Itinerary for 3 Epic Days in London: An Insider’s Guide

How to Get Cheap Train Tickets to and From London

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After two years, train strikes in the UK are finally coming to an end

ASLEF drivers have voted to approve a pay deal, ending a dispute that began in July 2022

Finally, British rail users can breathe a sigh of relief. After more than two years of strikes across Britain’s rail network, ASLEF train drivers have voted to back a pay deal and resolve a long-running dispute with rail operators.

Today (September 18) ASLEF announced that union members have overwhelmingly voted in favour of a recently negotiated pay deal, with 97 percent of over 20,000 members supporting it.

ASLEF’s dispute which  began all the way back in July 2022   impacted 16 operators across the UK ( including some in London ), and the union’s members have taken a total of 18 days of action since then.

ASLEF pay deal terms

So, what deal have ASLEF drivers voted in favour of? It’s a little complicated, but they’ll essentially get a pay rise of 15 percent over three years.

In August ASLEF revealed that the deal for pay rises is: 5 percent for 2022-23, 4.75 percent for 2023-24 and 4.5 percent for 2024-25. The first two years will be backdated and, importantly, there won’t be any changes to working conditions.

What’s been said about the deal?

Commenting on the deal, ASLEF general secretary Mick Whelan told the   Guardian :

‘The strength and resilience and determination shown by train drivers to protect their hard-won and paid-for terms and conditions against the political piracy of an inept and destructive Tory government has prevailed.’

Transport secretary Louise Haigh said: ‘After two years of chaos on our railways under the Conservatives, this is an important step towards fixing our railways and getting the country moving again.’

A spokesperson from the Rail Delivery Group added: ‘We welcome the news that the dispute with train drivers has been resolved. The whole railway now needs to pull together and focus on delivering the best possible service for our customers.’

So, good news for commuters, travellers and train drivers!

What about the RMT?

We must caveat:   the UK’s current period of rail strikes may not be completely over yet. While the RMT reached a deal with the Government before Christmas last year, Mick Lynch   recently said   his rail workers expect the same terms as those offered to ASLEF drivers. Watch this space for updates.

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