News · 26 August 2026
London bus drivers strike again over air con fears after heatwave
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Around 1,500 Unite union members in north London and Essex are striking for four days, worried new air con for 730 buses won't be ready by next summer. Drivers say poor cooling has led to temperatures over 30C in cabs, causing fatigue and health issues. Arriva North London said they're disappointed the strike is going ahead, having agreed with Unite officials on all demands.
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