- Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union have commenced a 24-hour strike from midday Tuesday, with another walkout scheduled for Thursday, causing widespread disruption to London Underground services all week.
- Transport for London (TfL) has advised passengers to check before travelling, as the industrial action is expected to impact all Tube services.
- The dispute centres on TfL's proposals concerning a four-day working week, changes to shift lengths, and annual leave, which RMT union members are strongly opposing.
- London's pubs and restaurants are anticipating a significant negative impact on their trade, with the British Beer and Pub Association highlighting a potential £80 million loss in gross added value between Tuesday and Friday.
- TfL maintains that its proposals for a four-day working week are voluntary, would not reduce contractual hours, and are designed to enhance reliability and flexibility without incurring extra costs.
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Warning as Tube strike set to hit London’s pubs and restaurants
