London Underground Drivers Organize 'Go Slow' Action Over Excessive Noise

By Ivan PetrenkoOct 18, 2024 17:35 PMNews
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Noise levels in tunnels raise concerns for both drivers and passengers. Source: unsplash

Operators on the Victoria line of the London Underground are set to reduce train speeds as a form of protest against the high noise levels, which they state surpass legal thresholds. This demonstration is expected to impact not only the Victoria line but also the Central, Northern, and Jubilee lines, as the issue extends across multiple critical routes.

According to representatives of the RMT union, the sound levels on these routes have been exceeding acceptable limits for some time, leading to difficult working conditions. Workers claim that long-term exposure to such noise poses health risks, prompting them to proceed with a slow-motion protest.

Although Transport for London (TfL) has invested around £30 million into projects aimed at lowering noise pollution, drivers insist that further measures are necessary. The union is pushing for more comprehensive solutions, warning that without significant improvements, stronger actions, such as a full strike, may follow.

For those traveling on the Victoria, Central, Northern, and Jubilee lines, this could translate into longer wait times for trains and slower commutes, particularly during peak travel periods. Passengers are advised to plan accordingly for possible delays and keep an eye out for further updates from TfL, which has not yet issued an official statement regarding the situation.

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