London bus drivers to strike - which routes are affected and when?

"The action began with a 24-hour walkout starting at 5am on Friday, which was then followed by a 48-hour strike beginning at 5am today. Transport for London (TfL) said that services on the affected routes will likely be severely disrupted. The strike involves members of the Unite union, who say it was triggered by a pay offer below the rate of inflation and represents an escalation in the ongoing dispute with management."

"Unite's general secretary, Sharon Graham, criticised First Bus, stating: This is disgraceful behaviour from a company making millions from London bus passengers. It shows a complete disregard for its workers and the hard work they do every day. Our members won't stand for it, and Unite will fully support them against a company with a history of anti-worker behaviour."

"First Bus, however, defended its offer, claiming it included an above-inflation pay rise plus back pay. A spokesperson said: We are disappointed that talks with Unite have broken down despite our continued efforts to reach a fair and reasonable agreement, including an above-inflation pay offer with full back pay for all employees."

Over 350 London Transit employees have rejected a pay proposal and launched consecutive strike actions, beginning with a 24-hour walkout and followed by a 48-hour strike. Transport for London warns services on affected routes will be severely disrupted, with very limited or no service expected on routes from Westbourne Park garage. Unite says the dispute was triggered by a pay offer below the rate of inflation and plans further action, including a 72-hour strike from 5am on November 26 to early on November 29. First Bus says it offered an above-inflation pay rise with full back pay.

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