Talks aimed at averting a 72-hour strike by London Underground maintenance workers next week ended without agreement last night.
Leaders of the Rail Maritime and Transport (RMT) union and management from LU met at the conciliation service Acas to try to resolve a row over pensions.
A joint statement said: “Both sides are disappointed that, despite seeking opportunities for resolution, no agreement has been possible at this stage.”
No further talks have been arranged, raising the threat of disruption next week. The union announced earlier this week that its members would walk out at 4pm on Tuesday until the same time on Friday. – (PA)
