London Travel Disrupted By Strike

Commuters travelling across London by bus face heavy disruptions today as 2,500 drivers and other workers strike over pay.

The 24-hour walkout, which began at 3am, is predicted to bring travel chaos to the capital. It involves 2,500 staff at First Capital East Buses and First Centrewest Buses. Their union - Unite - says the action will be followed by a 48-hour stoppage on Friday September 12.

It has warned other bus workers in London are also considering strike action. Friday's proposed walkout comes after staff rejected a four per cent pay rise.