Oh, you thought this was a one-off? Cute. There’s also a separate dispute with the Aslef union, which represents drivers. They’re also holding their own strike on a different day nearby.
London Tube Strike LIVE - Chaos across Underground network as TFL staff
That means we could be looking at a strike double-header. Imagine a whole week where the Tube just gives up. Your commute becomes a choose-your-own-adventure—and all the options involve walking.
Work-from-home people are laughing right now. For the rest of us, it’s time to dig out the old pair of sensible shoes. You know, the ones you swore you’d never wear again.
How to survive (because you have to)
First, check the TfL app obsessively. They update service status every few minutes, even if it’s just to say “we’re closed, lol.”
Second, consider buses. They’ll be packed like sardine cans, but they’re usually not on strike. Just be ready for traffic jams that stretch into next Tuesday.
Third, bike. London’s bike-sharing scheme will be your best friend. Just don’t get run over by a taxi driver who’s also having a terrible day.
Fourth, embrace walking. Seriously. If you live within five miles of your office, put on a podcast and hoof it. You’ll arrive sweaty, but you’ll arrive.
