RMT Plans Week-Long Strikes Across London Underground, DLR from September

London Underground workers, represented by the RMT union, have announced rolling strikes for seven days starting September 5, involving different grades of staff at varying times, to protest pay, fatigue management, shift patterns, and working conditions. The strikes will disrupt all London Underground lines except the Elizabeth line and London Overground, with Docklands Light Railway workers also striking during the same period. The union accuses London Underground management of refusing to seriously engage with their demands and failing to honor previous agreements, leading to widespread dissatisfaction and an atmosphere of distrust among staff. RMT General Secretary Eddie Dempsey emphasized that members are not seeking excessive pay but are concerned about the serious impact of fatigue and extreme shift rotations on their health and wellbeing. Specific strike days target different groups, including control center staff, engineering, stations, and train drivers. The union continues to seek a negotiated settlement with management amid growing frustration over unresolved staff travel arrangements and working conditions.