RMT Strikes Slam UK Rail: Chaos Hits Network Rail and Train Operators on July 27
RMT union members at Network Rail and UK train operators are set to strike on Wednesday, July 27. Brace yourself for a rail meltdown with severe delays, overcrowding, and widespread cancellations.
Massive Disruptions Across Southern UK Rail Lines
- Many lines south of London will have no service at all.
- Early closures hit as soon as 4.30pm; trains start running late from 7.30am.
- Only Southern, Great Northern, and Thameslink lines will see limited service.
- Gatwick Express trains are cancelled, but Gatwick Airport gets a reduced Southern and Thameslink link.
If you’re travelling along routes including Cambridge to King’s Lynn, expect no trains on the day. Services will only run for limited hours between roughly 7.30am and 6.30pm.
Thursday Strikes Bring Morning Chaos – Travel Later If You Can
The turmoil continues the next day, July 28, with trains starting late at around 7.15am or later and operating with a modified timetable. Morning trains look destined for packed carriages. Passengers are urged to plan journeys carefully and check for updates before heading out.
Nationalrail.co.uk and journey planners will update schedules over the weekend, so keep an eye out.
Official Warnings and Union Fallout
Govia Thameslink Railway’s COO Angie Doll warned: “We must ask people to travel only if absolutely necessary on July 27 due to RMT strike action. Services will be limited, some routes closed, and trains may be extremely crowded with delays.”
“We’re disappointed that passengers fear further disruption. We urge the union to strike a deal swiftly.”
Network Rail’s CEO Andrew Haines added:
“I apologise for the inconvenience caused by this pointless strike, especially for those travelling for major events like the UEFA Women’s Euro semi-final and the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony.”
“We regret having to ask passengers to change plans and only make necessary journeys.”
Further Strikes Loom – Saturday Disruption Possible
To add to the misery, ASLEF drivers are expected to strike at neighbouring train operators on Saturday, July 30, threatening additional travel chaos. More details to come.
With signallers at Network Rail joining the strike, expect the hit to service to be heavy—limited just to busiest main routes.
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