Transport strikes: plan your journey
Our hospitals will remain open during the upcoming transport strikes. Please plan ahead to allow extra time when attending your hospital appointments.
- On Sunday 7 September, there will be disruption across the Tube, with limited services running
- From Monday 8 to Thursday 11 September 2025, Tube services will be severely disrupted, with little to no service expected
- On Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 September 2025, there will also be no service on the DLR
The best way to keep up to date with this ever-evolving situation is to check the Transport for London website.
Services are also likely to be disrupted and start later on the day immediately following a full strike day. Passengers are warned to expect significant disruption and advised to plan ahead and check before you travel.
Need to update your appointment?
If you know in advance that you will be unable to attend your appointment during these strikes, please contact the booking team using the number provided on your text message or appointment letter or call the switchboard for the hospital relevant to you to let us know.
- Mile End Hospital: 020 7377 7000
- Newham Hospital: 020 7476 4000
- The Royal London Hospital: 020 7377 7000
- St Bartholomew's Hospital: 020 7377 7000
- Whipps Cross Hospital: 020 8539 5522
Need a reminder of when your appointment is? In addition to text message outpatient appointment reminders, you can also see your upcoming appointments through the Patients Know Best web platform and app which provides secure access to your health record via an online portal.
If your appointment is at The Royal London Hospital, why not try our webchat. The webchat enables patients to change or cancel their appointments without having to call a number. This method has proven easier and quicker for patients who need to amend their appointments at The Royal London.
We will be flexible with appointment timings, allowing for the fact that you may be delayed on route. Please note that you may then experience a wait if you do arrive later than your specified appointment time. If you are delayed on your way to your appointment, please contact the team to let them know.
Tools for you
The below tools can help you plan your route using other modes of transport.
Disruption will be inevitable even if strikes are aborted because of how long it takes to restore a normal timetable. Checking the latest status updates for Tube, rail and trams and buses and traffic will also help you choose the best route.
Patient car parking is available at our hospitals, however this is limited. Please use other types of transport if possible.
Please call us as soon as possible should you need to cancel or rearrange your hospital appointment. You can find contact details on our appointments page.