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Day two of travel misery across London expected to be even worse than yesterday
The second day of the strikes is set to bring more commuter misery.
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London's Commuters Face Unprecedented Chaos as Rail Strike Overwhelms Bus Services
London, UK - Commuters in London faced significant travel disruptions on Tuesday as a widespread rail strike brought much of the city's train network to a halt. The industrial action led to an unprecedented surge in demand for alternative transport, with buses bearing the brunt of the increased passenger numbers. Eyewitnesses reported scenes of extreme overcrowding at bus stops across the capital. One video, widely shared online, showed a double-decker bus struggling to accommodate a large crowd of passengers, with individuals visibly pushing to board the already packed vehicle. The footage, taken by a commuter on their way to work, underscored the daily challenges faced by Londoners during the strike. "It's absolute chaos," remarked one frustrated commuter, who wished to remain anonymous. "I'd rather be ridiculously late or fired than try to get on that bus." Another commented on the perceived unfairness, stating, "I genuinely believe bus drivers should be the ones on strike after these shenanigans. It’s unfair that they have to pick up the slack for train drivers meanwhile bus drivers are only getting paid 20k-37k a year. That’s half of what the train drivers make yet they’re both important sectors of TFL and for some drivers it’s not even a liveable wage." Transport for London (TfL) has advised commuters to check for updates and plan their journeys in advance, acknowledging the severe impact on services. The rail unions involved in the strike have cited disputes over pay, job security, and working conditions as the reasons for their industrial action, stating that they are "still taken for granted and treated like rubbish by members of the public." The ongoing strikes continue to spark debate among the public regarding fair wages, working conditions, and the essential role of public transport workers.
