Article updated on 18 March 2026.
Strike action is planned to affect Tube services between Tuesday 21 April and Thursday 18 June 2026.
The RMT union strike action on 24-25 and 26-27 March has been called off.
Strike action by members of the RMT union is still scheduled for the following dates:
- 21–22 April (12.00 Tuesday – 11.59 Wednesday)
- 23–24 April (12.00 Thursday – 11.59 Friday)
- 19–20 May (12.00 Tuesday – 11.59 Wednesday)
- 21–22 May (12.00 Thursday – 11.59 Friday)
- 16-18 June
We can’t predict how severe the transport disruption will be and how much of the network will be affected.
Please ensure you plan ahead, check before you travel and leave more time for your journey. You can find accessible routes using the TfL Transport Accessibility page and TfL Plan a Journey which can be filtered to include step-free routes, bus routes, and reduced walking options.
Trains, buses and taxis will be very busy on the strike days, please allow extra time for your journey.
Further Guidance
The University will be open, and teaching and assessments should go ahead as scheduled. Departments will let students know if there are any changes to classes.
Some building entrances and exits may be altered at short notice. Please look out for signage directing you to the nearest entrance or exit.