So far in 2026, the transport trade union RMT has announced six strike dates for their members working on the London Underground (two each in April, May, and June).
This week (20-27 April), that’s meant commuters have had to deal with delays, cancellations, and reduced service on multiple Tube lines.
We’ve written before about where and when you can expect these “serious disruptions”.
But why are the strikes happening in the first place?
Why are the 2026 Tube strikes happening?
They were announced after TfL offered some drivers four-day work weeks, which means that they can opt to work for longer hours over fewer days.
Currently, most drivers work a five-day work week. The four-day version compresses their hours across fewer days. It’s being tested on the Bakerloo line at the momen...
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