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Tube Strikes Planned Amid London Marathon Weekend Disruptions

4/18/2026

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The Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers union (RMT) plans Tube strikes on April 21 and 23, with 24-hour walkouts starting at midday.
Transport for London (TfL) warns of reduced services, especially on the Piccadilly, Circle, and Metropolitan lines.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers union (RMT) argues the four-day week could compromise safety.
The strikes coincide with the London Marathon weekend, raising concerns about transport coordination.

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The Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers union (RMT) plans Tube strikes on April 21 and 23, with 24-hour walkouts starting at midday.
Transport for London (TfL) warns of reduced services, especially on the Piccadilly, Circle, and Metropolitan lines.
The Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers union (RMT) argues the four-day week could compromise safety.
The strikes coincide with the London Marathon weekend, raising concerns about transport coordination.