Tube strikes called off after breakthrough in talks

• Two 24-hour strikes by London Underground drivers, scheduled for next week, have been called off.
• The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union cancelled the walkouts after making progress in talks with London Underground management regarding working hours.
• The dispute centres on proposed changes to the working week, specifically a condensed hours four-day week for Tube drivers.
• Despite the progress, the RMT stated the dispute is 'far from over' and further talks are planned to reach a negotiated settlement.
• Other planned strike dates in April, May, and additional action in June remain in place.

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Two 24-hour Tube strikes next week called off