STRIKES by London Underground workers which would have crippled Tube services this week have been suspended, the RMT union announced today.

Planned action, due to take place from tomorrow to Thursday against a 5 per cent pay offer, will no longer go ahead after RMT made progress in discussions with Transport for London (TfL).

RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “Following further positive discussions today, the negotiations on a pay deal for our London Underground members can now take place on an improved basis and mandate, with significant further funding for a settlement being made available. 

“This significantly improved funding position means the scheduled strike action will be suspended with immediate effect and we look forward to getting in to urgent negotiations with TfL in order to develop a suitable agreement and resolution to the dispute.”