Underground strikes will damage London's businesses

Wednesday 16 October 2024

In regard to upcoming strikes affecting The London Underground in November, Karim Fatehi MBE, CEO of the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) said:

“We are very concerned to hear about the planed strike action across the London Underground network next month. Tube strikes create significant challenges for London’s economy and its residents, causing essential economic activity to grind to a halt and impacting businesses across the capital.

“As we approach the festive season, these strikes risk discouraging visitors to London, and will significantly reduce the crucial footfall that businesses in the leisure, retail and hospitality sectors rely on in this busy period to drive their revenues.

“London’s hard-earned reputation as a global business centre, and as the driving force behind a thriving United Kingdom, depends on a functioning and reliable transport network. We therefore urge all parties involved in this dispute to find a resolution to these strikes quickly and prioritise the interests of London.”

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