This impressive image from @NPASLondon gives a view that most Londoners struggling into work on foot, bicycle, bus, overland train and vehicle this morning would most probably prefer. Image:@NPASLondon
20,000 underground workers striking today means more travel chaos, frustration and a struggle to get into work for Londoners this morning.
The struggle to get home last night has already been reported.
London Underground at standstill today because of #tubestrikes: home.bt.com/news/uk-news/c… by @AlanJonesPA http://t.co/QGoaPsOTrD
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Press Association (@PA) July 09, 2015What tube strike? http://t.co/F2NF2RT21y
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cecily hania mullins (@cecilyhania) July 08, 2015Motorists are given no respite.
The congestion charge has not been suspended.
Instead Transport for London have issued guides on how to walk, or pick up a Santander bicycle.
Commuters face travel misery during London Underground #TubeStrike
bit.ly/1KPXrK8 by @AlanJonesPA http://t.co/Mkscc6fKJb
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Press Association (@PA) July 09, 2015Due to #Tubestrike there are no Tube services today. For alternative routes visit ow.ly/PkQip #checkbeforeyoutravel
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 09, 2015Most of the major roads into London will be busier than usual. Please note - the Congestion Charge applies as normal today. #tubestrike.
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TfL Traffic News (@TfLTrafficNews) July 09, 2015Roads already heavier than usual include the A40, A13 and A102. The northbound queue for Blackwall Tunnel is already at Sun-in-the-Sands.
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TfL Traffic News (@TfLTrafficNews) July 09, 2015We're seeing some very heavy congestion on the A406 North Circular Road, particularly at Henlys Corner and Hanger Lane Gyratory.
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TfL Traffic News (@TfLTrafficNews) July 09, 2015A40 now queuing inbound well beyond Northern Roundabout. Solid traffic through to Euston Road. A501 also slow westbound from Angel.
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TfL Traffic News (@TfLTrafficNews) July 09, 2015Thinking of walking during #Tubestrike ? Download our walking map of central London here ow.ly/PkAfC
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 09, 2015Please #checkbeforeyoutravel tomorrow in London. Be patient, plan ahead and follow @TfLTravelAlerts for the latest. #TubeStrike
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(@BTP) July 08, 2015Here is the narrative from yesterday evening when the strike began at 6.30 pm.
Rush hour starts early in London as commuters leave work to beat Tube strike: bit.ly/1IJygaA by @AlanJonesPA http://t.co/x1HUsHlZOx
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Press Association (@PA) July 08, 2015Rush hour starts early in London as commuters leave work to beat Tube strike: bit.ly/1IJygaA by @AlanJonesPA http://t.co/x1HUsHlZOx
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Press Association (@PA) July 08, 2015We remain committed to talking to the unions. If their leaderships are serious about an agreement their only course is to suspend the strike
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Planned Tube strike action is unnecessary & will cause big disruption to the people & economy of London. #tubestrike ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 07, 2015Due to a strike there will be no Tube from late afternoon today and all day Thursday, check: tfl.gov.uk/tube-strike #TubeStrike
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TfL Travel Alerts (@TfLTravelAlerts) July 08, 2015Today’s #Tubestrike will affect services from 18:00 until Friday morning. Follow @TfLTravelAlerts for update ow.ly/PjMej
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Thinking of walking to work during the #tubestrike ? Download our walking map of central London here ow.ly/PjNsT
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Due to the #Tubestrike there will be no Tube services from 18:00 today until Friday. For alternative routes visit ow.ly/PjNJR
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015The Tube is now as busy late at night as it is during the day. We think Trade Unions should support #NightTube ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Affected by the #Tubestrike? This map may help: snappa.press.net/#!/assets/91e7… http://t.co/gxMDbJCcsc
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Press Association (@PA) July 08, 201530 mins till #TubeStrike. Tonight and tomorrow why not come & see our daily view & commute by boat along the #Thames - @TfLRiver for info!
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Tower RNLI (@TowerRNLI) July 08, 2015As Gladys Knight said "He's leaving on the midnight train to Georgia"
Plan ahead, don't disappoint her #TubeStrike http://t.co/u5WSMPDbs1
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ChrisHawkswell, EP07 (@LAS_TacAdvisor) July 08, 2015#Tubestrike is now affecting services. Follow @TfLTravelAlerts for updates #checkbeforeyoutravel ow.ly/PjQEC
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Thinking of taking the bus to work during the #Tubestrike ? Download our key central London bus routes map here ow.ly/PjObR
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Thinking of walking during #Tubestrike ? Download our walking map of central London here ow.ly/PkAfC
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015#Tubestrike will affect services from 18:00 until Friday. Follow @TfLTravelAlerts for updates #checkbeforeyoutravel ow.ly/PjOBh
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Beat the strike & jump on a @SantanderCycles tonight. Download the App to check nearest docking station & get access code on your phone
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015London is an increasingly 24 hr city. Demand for late night Tube services has grown by 70% in recent years #NightTube ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015As the #TubeStrike begins, please remember the roads, inc #M25, are likely to be even busier than normal, and it's still hot out.
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Surrey Police - RPU (@SurreyRoadCops) July 08, 2015We’re not asking staff to work unlimited nights and weekends; most staff won’t be affected at all. #NightTube ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015Affected by the #Tubestrike? This map may help: snappa.press.net/#!/assets/91e7… http://t.co/gxMDbJCcsc
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Press Association (@PA) July 08, 2015During the strike stations close to Liv St will be v busy & you may not be able to board trains. Allow extra time & consider other routes
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TfL Rail (@TfLRail) July 08, 2015We’ve strained every muscle to put together a fair pay offer for our staff. Striking is unnecessary #tubestrike ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015We’ve been open with Trade Unions on how we have to work together to meet the needs of modern London. #tubestrike ow.ly/Pj2sB
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Transport for London (@TfL) July 08, 2015
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