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Local News · East BarnetBus driver criticises Mayor Khan's welfare pledges
A bus driver from East Barnet has stated that the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is not acting decisively enough to improve working conditions for bus drivers. Mushin Manir believes the Mayor is hesitant to secure necessary funding for better facilities and working environments.
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WorldMayor Khan rejects bus drivers' bill of rights but funds 53 new toilets
Sir Sadiq Khan has refused to adopt the London Assembly’s bus drivers’ bill of rights, agreeing instead to spend £6 million on 53 additional driver toilets and to have TfL fit air‑conditioning in all cabins by May 2027. The move leaves three of twelve Assembly demands accepted.
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Local News · FinchleyArriva North London bus drivers cancel strikes after AC deal
Bus drivers employed by Arriva North London have called off further strike action after agreeing a deal that includes the installation of air conditioning on all buses by May 2027. The agreement also introduces a 35-minute limit for driving buses without functioning air conditioning during hot weather.
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London Assembly Passes Motion for Bus Driver Rights
The London Assembly has unanimously passed a motion demanding better conditions for bus drivers, following concerns about fatigue, long hours, and inadequate welfare facilities. Reform Assembly Member Keith Prince described current conditions as 'Victorian'.
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Mayor of London admits bus driver rules 'not fit for purpose'
The Mayor of London has acknowledged current bus driver regulations are inadequate, following reports of drivers working in extreme heat without proper cooling. He has ordered Transport for London to review protections but has not committed to specific legislation for bus drivers.
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WorldBus Driver Claims Pay Docked Over Faulty Air Conditioning
A London bus driver claims his pay was docked for refusing to drive a bus with faulty air conditioning during a 34C heatwave on July 29, 2026. He alleges his employer, Transport UK, ignored directives from the Mayor of London and TfL regarding driver safety in hot conditions.
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WorldBarnet Bus Drivers Face Extreme Heat
Bus drivers in Barnet and across London are reporting dangerously high temperatures in their cabs, with some reaching 40C. Faulty air conditioning and concerns over safety are leading to calls for improved working conditions and a 'Bill of Rights'.
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