This is because TfL has already begun paying 500 additional workers since September (when the service was originally planned to begin), even though they’ve not been doing anything due to the delays, the FT reports.
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According to Gregor McNeil, Managing Director, Consumer at Virgin Media: “Since we launched the LU WiFi service three years ago we have been astounded by the take-up and reaction from Tube users and reaching the 250 station milestone has been a long-term ambition for us”.
Londoners know it, but not all visitors do: sometimes it’s quicker to walk than take the tube.
We were promised the subterranean splendour of Night Tubes.
TfL said it is “operationally ready” for the Night Tube and the extra staff are now working across the network.
They are also providing cover for colleagues on customer service training and supporting the forthcoming transition to the new station model following the closure of ticket offices.
TRANSPORT for London has come under fire because it is spending a reported £1.5 million extra a month employing staff for additional Underground services which have yet to start running.
Following the talks on Tuesday, an Acas spokesman said: “Talks have adjourned today and the parties are considering their positions before they return to Acas”.
Manuel Cortes, General Secretary of the Transport Salaried Staffs Association, said the mayor should get personally involved in the talks.
“Frankly, I’m sorry for London Underground’s senior management as Boris Johnson undermines them with these public changes of mind about whether the night Tube is critical”.
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“The Underground is vital to the future of London and with a booming population and soaring passenger demand staffing is critical to the future success and safety of our transport systems”.
