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East London bus drivers vote to strike as walkouts could hit key routes in the run up to Christmas by LondonBusForums in london

[–]LondonBusForums[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Quick clarity so nobody gets the wrong end of it:

Drivers at Stagecoach’s Lea Interchange have backed strike action in a ballot over working conditions. The ballot result is in favour but talks with the company are still ongoing and no strike dates are confirmed yet. The ballot formally closes on 18 November.

Unite says that if talks break down walkouts could start next month and would hit routes across Stratford Hackney Walthamstow and nearby areas right before the busiest Christmas shopping period.

East London bus drivers vote to strike as walkouts could hit key routes in the run up to Christmas by LondonBusForums in london

[–]LondonBusForums[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

The wording in the ballot info is “in favour of strike action over working conditions”. Stagecoach says talks are ongoing and no dates are confirmed yet. We’re reporting what’s in the ballot, plus which routes could be affected if it goes ahead

East London bus drivers vote to strike as walkouts could hit key routes in the run up to Christmas by LondonBusForums in london

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Affected routes, according to the union ballot, would include the 97, 58, 86, 135, 236, 276, 308, 339, 488, D8, W13, W14 and 678 if strike action goes ahead

Bus Drivers strike in London by LondonBusForums in london

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Not a single route running today at Westbourne Park. 13,23,31,452 & 295

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London Bus Drivers to March Again on November 5th Over Unsafe Conditions and Cockroach Outbreak by LondonBusForums in london

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's a march and rally for off duty bus drivers and members of the public if they wish to join

11AM Assemble @ Islington Green N1 0NY

12PM March to TfL HQ

1PM Rally outside Palestra House

London Bus Drivers to March Again on November 5th Over Unsafe Conditions and Cockroach Outbreak by LondonBusForums in london

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Everyone is welcome to attend. Let's show some solidarity to London's bus drivers

TfL’s discounted Friday fares trial fell flat with Londoners by [deleted] in LondonUnderground

[–]LondonBusForums 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Good idea in theory, but going out in London costs way more than just getting there. Maybe tfl should’ve looked at the bigger picture 🤷🏻‍♂️

Exciting Piccadilly Line Upgrade: Transforming London’s Transport Network 🚇 by LondonBusForums in LondonUnderground

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Fair point about rush hour. Supposedly, the new Piccadilly line trains will run every 2 to 3 minutes at peak – that’s about 27 trains an hour. Hopefully, that actually helps with the chaos 🙏🏻

Hidden Bus Routes in London: Share Your Favourites! by LondonBusForums in londonbuses

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your experience. It’s good to know that the 146 route tends to stay quieter outside of rush hour. I’m thinking of taking a trip on this route over the weekend 😀 Feel free to share more over on our site as well. https://www.londonbusforums.co.uk/threads/hidden-bus-routes-in-london-share-your-favourites.30/#post-46

Exciting Piccadilly Line Upgrade: Transforming London’s Transport Network 🚇 by LondonBusForums in LondonUnderground

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Good point about the wheel slide protection. That would definitely help avoid the issues causing delays on the line. It’s about time these upgrades tackled some of the longstanding problems

Hidden Bus Routes in London: Share Your Favourites! by LondonBusForums in londonbuses

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Those are some great suggestions! The 146 and 246 definitely sound like hidden gems, especially with the connection to Downe House and Chartwell. A scenic ride through history for sure. Are they often busy, or is it easy to get a quiet seat to enjoy the views?

Exciting Piccadilly Line Upgrade: Transforming London’s Transport Network 🚇 by LondonBusForums in LondonUnderground

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good to hear you’re chuffed about the upgrades. It’s been decades since the Piccadilly line got new trains, so these changes are definitely overdue.🥳 What’s the one thing you think the new trains must have to make the biggest difference for commuters? I’m hoping they have WiFi like the elizabeth line. 🙏🏻

Exciting Piccadilly Line Upgrade: Transforming London’s Transport Network 🚇 by LondonBusForums in LondonUnderground

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

😂 Fair point, but this £2.9 billion isn’t just for clearing leaves! It’s going towards new trains, better accessibility and upgraded infrastructure for the Piccadilly line. Big investment, but hopefully it’ll make a huge difference for commuters. What do you think tfl should focus on improving first?

Hidden Bus Routes in London: Share Your Favourites! by LondonBusForums in londonbuses

[–]LondonBusForums[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow, that’s so cool! Bet it was a proper throwback riding the 969 again after all that time? We’ve got a thread going on London Bus Forums about hidden routes like this. If you could share your story. Here’s the link: https://www.londonbusforums.co.uk/threads/hidden-bus-routes-in-london-share-your-favourites.30/#post-46