London Underground drivers to strike twice, service cuts

London Underground services are expected to face significant disruption next week as drivers represented by the RMT union prepare for two 24-hour strikes. The industrial action is scheduled to begin at 00:01 and end at 23:59 on Tuesday, June 2, and Thursday, June 4.

The strikes are part of an ongoing dispute over Transport for London's proposal to introduce a voluntary four-day working week for Tube drivers. The RMT has stated that its members have serious concerns about fatigue, longer shifts, and reduced flexibility under the proposed compressed schedule, which they argue could impact safety. The union has accused TfL of refusing to engage meaningfully with these concerns.

Transport for London has said it expects to run services on most Tube lines during the strikes but has warned passengers to expect disruption. The transport authority confirmed there will be no service on the Circle and Piccadilly lines. Additionally, the Metropolitan line will not run between Baker Street and Aldgate, and the Central line will be suspended between White City and Liverpool Street. Services on other lines may start later and finish earlier than usual, with limited service before 6:30 a.m. and...