The London Underground strikes are still happening even though the RMT has called off their involvement.

It looks like Londoners will still have to deal with some frustrating Tube strikes this November, despite the RMT announcing that they had called them off. The RMT union made the decision to cancel the strikes after receiving a better pay offer for their drivers. However, not all strike action has been called off, as the Aslef union is still planning to strike on Thursday, November 7 and Tuesday, November 12.

So, what exactly can we expect from these strikes? Well, on Thursday, November 7, there will be no Tube services at all. And on Tuesday, November 12, Transport for London has warned that there will be limited to no service. In addition, certain stations may be closed for DLR, London Overground, and Elizabeth line services.

Transport for London is also warning that other services, such as buses, will be extremely busy during the strikes and that delays should be expected. The reason for these strikes, according to Aslef, is the pay offer they were given. They feel that the offer of a 3.8% increase plus a variable lump sum is not fair, as it would still leave Underground drivers with a lower salary than drivers on other TfL services, even though they work longer hours.

Finn Brennan, Aslef's London Underground organiser, stated that their members voted overwhelmingly in favor of strike action, but that the management at London Underground has not been willing to negotiate with them. They are asking for a reduction in the working week and for paid meal relief, which would align them with other drivers on the Elizabeth line and London Overground.

In response to the strike plan, a spokesperson for TfL expressed disappointment and stated that they had made a revised offer of an average 4.6% increase, which would benefit their lowest-paid staff the most. They also emphasized that they are engaging with the unions in good faith and have invited them to meet again next week. They believe that their offer is fair and affordable for both their employees and for the city of London.

For those planning to travel during the strike days, it is important to note that all working transport services are expected to be extremely busy with possible delays and disruptions. Roads may also be congested due to increased traffic. It is recommended to allow extra time for journeys and to check for the latest updates before leaving.

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