Significant Progress Leads To Strike Being Called Off

Submitted by rmtlondon on 9 October, 2014 - 02:24

‘That we note the update report from the Lead Officer which outlines progress that has been made at ACAS since our last decision to call strike action which are as follows:

  • LU has abandoned their position that consultation has been completed. They now accept further consultation will take place on Fit for the Future, Stations.
  • LU has accepted that the number of post reductions will be further reduced from the planned 897.
  • The crucial principle of Salary and location guarantee has been extended to all staff who have medical restrictions.

I Support The Tube Strike Because...

Submitted by rmtlondon on 8 October, 2014 - 01:18

ITV News held a survey on their website asking readers whether they supported the RMT tube strike planned for next week. The results on Tuesday evening showed that nearly 7 in 10 'Monday to Friday users' support the 48hr stoppage, and 62% of all tube users support the action. Many people who completed the survey also tweeted their reasons for supporting the strike.

in The News: RMT Calls Tube Strike

Submitted by rmtlondon on 7 October, 2014 - 15:06

The RMT have announced a 48 hour tube strike next week in the fight over job cuts and ticket office closures. The latest action has been widely reported in the press as RMT members prepare for action to defend jobs and a decent tube service:

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Londoners are set for further Tube chaos next week with London Underground workers due to go on strike for 48 hours over staff cuts and ticket office closures.