London Underground Strikes Confirmed for June 2 and 4, 2026
The RMT union has confirmed two 24-hour strikes on the London Underground for June 2 and 4, 2026, from midnight to midnight, following failed talks with Transport for London (TfL). The strikes disrupt Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan, and Central lines, with limited service before 06:30 and passengers advised to finish journeys by 21:00. The dispute centers on a four-day work week trial on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues raises safety and fatigue concerns. The June 2 strike saw 60% driver turnout, and no further strikes are currently planned.
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RMT Warns More 2026 London Tube Strikes 'Inevitable' If Dispute With TfL Continues
The RMT union has warned that further London Underground strikes are 'inevitable' if Transport for London (TfL) does not shift its position on the four-day work week trial. RMT London transport regional organiser Jared Wood stated that if TfL continues to refuse negotiation on terms, further industrial action will be unavoidable. The dispute began over a four-day work week pilot on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues compresses five days of work into four, potentially endangering staff and passengers. The union also demands written assurances that drivers can keep their current schedules. Strikes on June 2 and 4 went ahead after failed ACAS-mediated talks. Both sides have agreed to further discussions next week, but the RMT says strike plans are 'under immediate consideration' if no progress is made.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)RMT Warns More 2026 London Tube Strikes 'Inevitable' Without Change
The RMT union has warned that further London Underground strikes are 'inevitable' if Transport for London (TfL) does not shift its position on the four-day work week trial. RMT London transport regional organiser Jared Wood stated that after strikes on June 2 and 4, the union will meet to decide next steps, but indicated that without negotiation progress, further action is unavoidable. The dispute began over a four-day work week pilot on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT claims compresses five days of work into four, potentially endangering staff and passengers. TfL maintains the scheme is optional. Previous strikes in April were followed by cancellations of May and June dates after talks, but the June 2 and 4 strikes went ahead after failed ACAS-mediated negotiations. Both sides plan further talks next week.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)More 2026 Tube Strikes 'Inevitable' Without Change, RMT Says
The RMT union has warned that further London Underground strikes are 'inevitable' if Transport for London (TfL) does not shift its position on the four-day work week trial. RMT London transport regional organiser Jared Wood stated that while no new strikes are immediately planned, further action will be 'under immediate consideration' if talks fail. The dispute began with ASLEF's campaign for a four-day week, which was optionally trialled on the Bakerloo line. RMT argues the trial compresses five days into four, endangering staff and passengers, and that drivers may receive only 24 hours' notice for shifts. TfL maintains the pilot is optional. Strikes on June 2 and 4 went ahead after ACAS-mediated talks failed to resolve the issue. Both sides have agreed to further talks next week.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)London Tube Strikes Set for June 2 and 4 After Previous Walkouts Cancelled
Two new 24-hour London Underground strikes have been announced by the RMT union for Tuesday June 2 and Thursday June 4, 2026, from 00:01 to 23:59. Transport for London (TfL) expects no service on the Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan (Baker Street to Aldgate), and Central (White City to Liverpool Street) lines, with disruptions across the entire network. Limited services may run before 06:30, and passengers are advised to complete journeys before 21:00. The strikes follow the cancellation of previous walkouts planned for May 19, 21, and June 16, 18, after TfL shifted its position. The dispute centers on a four-day work week trial on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues compresses five days of work into four, raising safety and fatigue concerns. The union also objects to potential 24-hour shift notice changes. RMT warns that further strike action will follow if no progress is made.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)London Tube Strikes Planned for June 2 and 4, Affecting Multiple Lines
Two new 24-hour London Underground strikes have been announced by the RMT union for Tuesday, June 2 and Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 00:01 to 23:59. Transport for London (TfL) expects no service on the Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan (Baker Street to Aldgate), and Central (White City to Liverpool Street) lines. Other lines may run but with disruptions, limited services before 06:30, and a recommendation to complete journeys before 21:00. The strikes stem from a dispute over a four-day work week trial on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues compresses five days of work into four, raising safety and fatigue concerns. Previous strikes planned for May 19, 21, and June 16, 18 were cancelled after TfL shifted its position, but the union warns more action may follow if progress is not made.
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The article reports that after failed talks with ACAS, the RMT union confirmed strikes on June 2 and 4, 2026. As of June 3, only the June 4 strike remains scheduled, running from midnight to midnight. An RMT spokesperson stated no further strike action is currently planned after June 4, and they expect to meet TfL next week for talks. TfL reported that the June 2 strike was less disruptive than expected, with around 60% of drivers reporting to work, particularly on the Jubilee Line. The dispute centers on TfL's proposed four-day week. The RMT claims strong member support and remains open to negotiations.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)June TfL Tube Strikes Differ from April's: Key Changes and Preparation Tips
The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has confirmed two 24-hour strikes on the London Underground on Tuesday 2 June and Thursday 4 June, following failed talks with Transport for London (TfL). Unlike previous strikes in April and planned May dates, which ran from midday to midday, these strikes will last from midnight to midnight, avoiding direct spillover into the following days. TfL expects full suspension on the Circle and Piccadilly lines, as well as parts of the Metropolitan and Central lines, with disruptions across the entire network. Limited services will run before 06:30, and passengers are advised to complete journeys before 21:00. Alternative transport options like the Elizabeth line, DLR, London Overground, buses, and trams will operate normally but are expected to be very busy. TfL recommends checking its live status dashboard before traveling.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)June TfL Tube Strikes Differ from April: Key Changes and Preparation Guide
The RMT union has confirmed two 24-hour strikes on the London Underground on 2 and 4 June, following failed talks with Transport for London (TfL). Unlike the April strikes which ran from midday to midday, these strikes will run from midnight to midnight, meaning they will not directly spill into the following days. TfL expects full suspension on the Circle, Piccadilly, and parts of the Metropolitan and Central lines, with disruptions across the entire network. Limited services will run before 06:30, and passengers are advised to complete journeys before 21:00. Alternative transport including the Elizabeth line, DLR, Overground, buses, and trams will operate but are expected to be very busy. The strikes were previously postponed from May and earlier June dates.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)London Tube Strikes Planned for June 2 and 4, Affecting Multiple Lines
Two new 24-hour London Underground strikes have been announced by the RMT union for Tuesday 2 June and Thursday 4 June, following the cancellation of previous strikes planned for May and June. According to Transport for London (TfL), there will be no service on the Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan (between Baker Street and Aldgate), and Central (between White City and Liverpool Street) lines on these days. Other lines are expected to run but with likely disruptions across the entire network, with limited services before 06:30 and customers advised to complete journeys before 21:00. The strikes stem from a dispute over a four-day work week trial on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues effectively packs five days' work into four, raising safety and fatigue concerns. The union also cites lack of flexibility and insufficient progress in negotiations with TfL. The RMT warned that more strike action could follow if no resolution is reached.
HuffPost UK - Athena2 - All Entries (Public)London Tube Strikes Confirmed for June 2 and 4, Affecting Multiple Lines
Two new 24-hour London Underground strikes have been confirmed by the RMT union for Tuesday, June 2, and Thursday, June 4, from 00:01 to 23:59. Transport for London (TfL) expects no service on the Circle, Piccadilly, Metropolitan (between Baker Street and Aldgate), and Central (between White City and Liverpool Street) lines. Disruptions are expected across the entire network, with limited services before 06:30 and customers advised to complete journeys before 21:00. The strikes stem from a dispute over optional four-day work week trials on the Bakerloo line, which the RMT argues effectively compresses five days of work into four, raising safety and fatigue concerns. Previous strikes planned for May and June were cancelled after TfL shifted its position, but the RMT warned further action would follow if progress was insufficient.
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