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RMT Strike Shifts Commuters, Costs £230M in Productivity

9/9/2025

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The RMT union's strike caused a 20% drop in public transport usage, according to TfL.
Bus journeys increased by 12%, and Elizabeth line journeys rose by 31% as commuters sought alternatives.
The strikes may result in a £230 million economic impact due to lost productivity.
TfL's chief operating officer deemed a reduced 35-hour work week impractical, while the RMT advocates for it to combat staff fatigue.
The RMT gained support from the 4 Day Week Foundation for modernized work schedules.

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Story summary

The RMT union's strike caused a 20% drop in public transport usage, according to TfL.
Bus journeys increased by 12%, and Elizabeth line journeys rose by 31% as commuters sought alternatives.
The strikes may result in a £230 million economic impact due to lost productivity.
TfL's chief operating officer deemed a reduced 35-hour work week impractical, while the RMT advocates for it to combat staff fatigue.
The RMT gained support from the 4 Day Week Foundation for modernized work schedules.