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TfL Halts May Tube Strikes, RMT Threatens June Walkout

5/18/2026

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Last-minute talks between the RMT union and Transport for London cancelled the 24-hour Tube walkouts on May 19 and May 21.
Transport for London called the suspension good news for the city.
The RMT union warned the dispute is unresolved and may strike for 24 hours in the first week of June if talks stall.
TfL’s voluntary four-day week keeps drivers’ pay unchanged while cutting weekly hours to boost work-life balance and reliability.

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Story summary

Last-minute talks between the RMT union and Transport for London cancelled the 24-hour Tube walkouts on May 19 and May 21.
Transport for London called the suspension good news for the city.
The RMT union warned the dispute is unresolved and may strike for 24 hours in the first week of June if talks stall.
TfL’s voluntary four-day week keeps drivers’ pay unchanged while cutting weekly hours to boost work-life balance and reliability.