London Tube Workers to Strike Over Pay Dispute Next Month

In November 2024, Tube workers in London are set to strike due to a pay dispute, as announced by the train drivers' union ASLEF. The strike will involve various groups of workers, including drivers, instructors, managers, and engineers, with actions planned across four days. The decision to strike follows an overwhelming vote by ASLEF members, with 98.8% in favor of the action. The union claims that the current pay offer from Transport for London (TfL) is inadequate, leaving Underground drivers with lower salaries compared to their counterparts in other TfL services. The strike is expected to disrupt travel in the capital, and both ASLEF and TfL are urged to negotiate to avoid this industrial action. Mayor Sadiq Khan's office has expressed a desire to prevent disruption for Londoners, emphasizing the need for dialogue between the union and management.