When do the London Tube strikes end and what lines are affected?
London Underground drivers are set to strike for two days this week, causing major disruptions for commuters. The strikes will occur from midday on May 19 to midday on May 20 and again from midday on May 21 to midday on May 22. The RMT union is protesting against proposed changes to working hours by Transport for London.
- ▪The strikes will last for 24 hours starting from midday on May 19 and again on May 21.
- ▪The RMT union is opposing a new four-day working week proposed by Transport for London.
- ▪Transport for London has stated that the changes would be voluntary and would not reduce contractual hours.
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