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Published: 7:58 am April 8, 2024
Updated: 11:46 am October 8, 2025
UK Rail Services Hit by Aslef Train Strike, Major Disruption Expected
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In a significant escalation of ongoing industrial action, Aslef members initiated a third day of strikes within a four-day period, causing substantial disruptions across some of the UK’s busiest rail routes on Monday, April 8. The strike, stemming from a protracted pay dispute, has seen train services into London, as well as those in East Anglia and the South East, particularly affected.

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Train companies impacted by Monday’s strike include c2c, Gatwick Express, Greater Anglia, Southeastern, Southern, South Western Railway, Great Northern, and Thameslink. Passengers have been warned to expect severe service limitations, with many operators running a significantly reduced schedule or none at all.

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