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London Underground driver strikes planned for next week called off | News UK
Two 24-hour strikes by London Underground drivers next week have been called off.
The RMT union declared victory in their dispute over hours with Transport for London but insist strikes planned for next month remain on.
The union even announced an additional strike action on 16 and 18 June.
A spokesman said: ‘The dispute over the imposition of a condensed hours four-day week on tube drivers is far from over but London Underground management have taken steps in the right direction and are now taking the matter seriously.
RMT general secretary Eddie Dempsey said: ‘Through our show of industrial strength and unity, we have forced management into a position where they are now willing to seriously engage with the issues our members want addressing.
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‘Further talks will take place and the dispute remains live.’
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