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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva North London bus strikes called off after air con deal
Industrial action by Arriva North London bus drivers has been cancelled following a new agreement that includes fitting air conditioning to buses by May 2027. The dispute centred on working conditions during hot weather.
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Strikes & Disruption · North LondonArriva North London bus strikes postponed after improved offer
Planned industrial action by over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers on September 4 has been postponed. The dispute concerned unacceptable temperatures on buses. An improved offer has been made and will now be put to a member ballot.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus drivers strike over cab temperatures
Over 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers, members of Unite the Union, are striking from August 25 to 28. They are protesting dangerous cab temperatures during heatwaves, which Unite claims can exceed 40°C. Further strike dates are planned for September and October.
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Buses & Trams · North LondonArriva bus strikes suspended as drivers vote on new offer
Planned strikes by Arriva bus drivers across North London, including Enfield, have been suspended while workers vote on a new deal. The Unite union paused action after negotiations with Arriva, but further strikes could resume on 25 August if the offer is rejected.
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Strikes & Disruption · North London1,500 Arriva bus drivers strike over 40°C cab heat in North London
More than 1,500 Arriva North London bus drivers began strike action on 14 August 2026, protesting cab temperatures exceeding 40°C. The union Unite says cooling systems reduce heat by only 2-3°C, risking driver health. Strikes continue until October, coinciding with Piccadilly line closures.
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Strikes & Disruption · North LondonArriva bus strikes to halt 40 North London routes from 14 August
Arriva London North drivers will strike on 18 days between August and October, stopping more than 40 bus routes. Transport for London expects little or no service on affected routes and advises passengers to use Tube, Overground or rail instead.
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Strikes & Disruption · North LondonArriva bus drivers in Barnet and north London to strike over cab heat risks
More than 1,500 Arriva bus drivers will strike on 22 days between 14 August and 20 October 2026 over unsafe cab temperatures. Unite the union says Arriva has ignored repeated warnings, while the company says it is investing in long-term fixes.
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