Which union runs the Tube?

Which union runs the Tube? London Underground drivers and staff who were due to strike for two days as part of a dispute over job losses and conditions are now to work as normal. Members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union had planned to walk out on 4 and 6 October.

What benefits do tube drivers get?

During training, which lasts 12-16 weeks, trainee drivers earn £32,375( ?32,62,853) during their training. Drivers also get free travel around London for them and a companion, and can retire on a pension at the age of 50. Overtime rates are approximately £36 per hour(?3,628).

How much do tube drivers earn?

In a statement, TfL said: “The average base pay of a Tube driver is £55,011. The overwhelming majority earned total remuneration – including base pay, overtime, employer pension contributions and certain allowances - of £70,000 or considerably less.

Why are tube drivers so well paid?

Most salary levels are just based on supply and demand economics really. What makes tube drivers different is the ability of their unions to make the supply of drivers extremely tight (and thus drive up their pay).

How hard is it to become a tube driver?

Training outside of London can take up to 12 months. Training covers hands-on driver training with an instructor, driving theory and safety training. You will have to complete a Personal Track Safety Certificate, as well as an NVQ Level 2 in Rail Transport Operations (Driving) before your training is complete.

What is a train driver called in the US?

A train driver, engine driver, engineman or locomotive driver, commonly known as an engineer or railroad engineer in the United States and Canada, and also as a locomotive handler, locomotive engineer, locomotive operator, train operator, or motorman, is a person who operates a train, railcar, or other rail transport ...

Who controls the London transport network?

Transport for London (TfL) is a local government body responsible for most of the transport network in London, United Kingdom.

Is the tube run by the government?

London is known for its integrated system, which is owned by Transport for London (TfL), an umbrella government body. Certain services, like bus operations, are franchised to private companies, but still operate within TfL's control.

How deep is the London Underground?

The deepest station is Hampstead on the Northern line, which runs down to 58.5 metres. 15. In Central London the deepest station below street level is also the Northern line. It is the DLR concourse at Bank, which is 41.4 metres below.