Central line tube strike begins

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Passengers who use the Central line are being advised to plan alternative routes today due to a 24-hour strike on the line.

The action is being carried out by members of the Aslef and RMT unions following the sacking of two colleagues.

Nigel Holness, Managing Director of London Underground, said: “The strike action called by both RMT and Aslef this week is totally unjustifiable.

“Both are demanding the reinstatement of drivers sacked over serious safety breaches – one who deliberately opened the doors of a train in a tunnel, and one who failed a drugs test.

“We always strive to run a reliable service for our customers but our commitment to the safety of both customers and staff is absolute and something we will never compromise on.

“I urge the unions to call off this entirely unnecessary strike action which will only cause disruption to our customers.”

A strike on the Piccadilly and Waterloo & City lines had been planned for today but was cancelled later yesterday.

It’s expected other tube lines and stations will be busier than usual due to the strikes.

Extra buses will be in place today and tomorrow to help people get around the city. 

Information on the TfL website at www.tfl.gov.uk/tube-strike

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