London transport system crippled as transport workers go on strike . Normal service not due to resume until late evening . `` The RMT leadership says we were close to a deal , '' Hardy said in a statement . Station jammed with commuters ; many chose to leave , walk to work . RMT trade union called strike in dispute over pay , job cuts , disciplinary action .
London transport system crippled as transport workers go on strike . Normal service not due to resume until late evening . Station jammed with commuters ; many chose to leave , walk to work . RMT trade union called strike in dispute over pay , job cuts , disciplinary action .