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What to know about tube strikes ahead of Coldplay’s Wembley gig

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  • London Underground workers are set to stage a series of strikes next month, which could cause significant travel disruption across the capital.
  • The industrial action will begin on 5 September with a 24-hour walkout by some union members at the Ruislip depot in west London.
  • From 7 September, various groups of workers will walk out across the Tube network each day.
  • The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union stated that the strikes are due to management's refusal to engage seriously with their demands over pay and conditions.
  • The planned strikes are expected to have a serious impact on travellers and commuters, including fans attending Coldplay concerts at Wembley Stadium.
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