London Underground line running from Cockfosters to Acton Town with two Heathrow/Uxbridge branches
Public transport workers delivering for Arriva North London are walking out on scheduled dates amid heat-related safety concerns. Drivers report heat in cabs, while TfL warns of disruption to routes. The disputes overlap with heatwaves and drought conditions affecting farming and road safety across the country.
Unite has expanded four‑day strikes with Arriva North London, citing intolerable heat in cabs. Drivers across eight garages are walking out in the latest development after a summer of high temperatures and disputed air‑conditioning upgrades. TfL says disruptions will persist until talks yield a meaningful resolution.
The government has published a Heathrow expansion plan. Environmental groups say the plan overshoots carbon budgets, while London officials and Heathrow argue it will unlock growth. Consultation responses will be considered later this year.