London Underground strikes called off as ASLEF strikes deal

Planned strikes on the London Underground have been suspended following talks over pay between the Aslef union and Transport for London (TfL).

It follows successful talks between RMT and TfL which resulted in planned strikes to be called off. ASLEF’s strikes were due to start on November 7, with further action also planned for November 12.

ASLEF said it had been given a "significantly improved" pay offer by London Underground management and it would discuss that offer with union members on Thursday.

Finn Brennan, ASLEF District Organiser said: “Following fresh talks and an improved offer, ASLEF has agreed to suspend planned industrial action on the London Underground.

“We are pleased that this progress has been made and strike action averted.”

Claire Mann, from TfL, said: “We believe we have made an offer to our trade unions that is fair, affordable, good for our colleagues and good for London and we urge our trade unions to continue working with us.”