London Tube Strike Today: London commuters are dealing with yet another day of big disruptions because a fresh 24-hour strike by the Rail, Maritime and Transport union just started on Thursday. This is the second major Tube strike in less than a week, which is really tough for thousands of passengers. The disagreement began at midnight after talks between the RMT and Transport for London broke down over issues with working hours and shift changes.
Why Are London Underground Workers Striking?
The most recent strike comes from disputes about a proposed switch to a four-day workweek, among other changes. The RMT reports that lots of their members reject these plans. Meanwhile, the drivers’ union Aslef has already gone along with the new setup. Negotiators on both sides have failed to make peace even after multiple talks. Because of this, there’ve been several strikes this week.
Sadiq Khan Urges Union to End the Dispute
Before the recent walkout, London Mayor Sadiq Khan urged union leaders to restart talks and avoid more disruption. He warned that strikes hurt everyone the striking workers miss pay, TfL loses cash, businesses suffer, and patients can’t make their hospital appointments. Despite his plea, the strike proceeded anyway.
Which Tube Lines Are Affected Today? (June 4, 2026)
No Service Expected
- Circle Line – Entire line suspended.
- Piccadilly Line – Entire line suspended, including Heathrow Airport services.
- Metropolitan Line – No service between Baker Street and Aldgate.
- Central Line – No service between White City and Liverpool Street.
Reduced Service Expected
- Bakerloo Line
- District Line
- Hammersmith & City Line
- Jubilee Line
- Northern Line
- Victoria Line
- Waterloo & City Line
Operating Normally
- Elizabeth Line
- London Overground
- DLR (Docklands Light Railway)
- London Buses
- London Trams
Important Travel Advice
- Very limited Tube services are expected before 6:30 AM and after 9:00 PM.
- Passengers are advised to complete their journeys by 9 PM where possible.
- Expect heavy crowding, longer waiting times and delays across the transport network.
- Travelers heading to Heathrow Airport should use alternative transport options, as the Piccadilly Line is suspended.
Travel Disruption Expected Throughout the Day
With no immediate resolution to the dispute in sight, commuters, businesses and healthcare providers are continuing to feel the impact of the industrial action. Transport officials are urging passengers to check service updates regularly and consider alternative travel options where possible as the latest RMT walkout continues across London.
Barts NHS Issues Advice for Patients
As travel disruption continues, Barts NHS Health Trust has issued guidance for patients attending appointments at its hospitals. The trust has asked patients to review their travel plans carefully and contact hospital teams if delays caused by the Tube strike affect their arrival times. Officials confirmed that all hospitals within the trust will remain open during the industrial action.
Hospitals Promise Flexible Appointment Times
To help those affected by transport problems, the trust said it would be “flexible with appointment timings” for patients arriving late because of the strike. However, visitors may experience longer waiting times once they reach the hospital.
