Hundreds of border force officers at Heathrow Airport will begin a three-day strike on Friday in a dispute over rostering.
The Public and Commercial Services union (PCS) announced that more than 500 of its members working in passport control at Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5 are taking action to protest against the introduction of new rostering.
The strike will be followed by three weeks of non-strike labor action, including a ban on overtime.
The union said it expected disruption over the weekend as families return to the UK after the mid-term break.
A Home Office spokesman said: “Border Force has robust plans to minimise disruption and maintain safety and security at the border.”
“We advise passengers to check the latest advice from their operating companies before travelling.”
Meanwhile, a multi-vehicle collision occurred on the M25, bringing traffic to a halt between junction 6 Godstone and junction 5.
Scroll down for the latest travel updates.
Traffic jam in northwest London
07:52, Will Mata
There is currently congestion on the A40 from Greenford Flyover to the A406 (Hanger Lane Gyro System) heading towards Central London.
One lane will be closed just before Hanger Lane and only one lane will be open through the tunnel.
The delay is said to be due to ongoing construction work.
Stratford station reopened
07:46, Will Mata
Startford station is now open and fully operational following last night's incident.
Several lines through central east London stations were closed last night after a person was hit by a train.
At the time of writing, Transport for London is operating good services on all lines.
Currently 30 minute delays on the M25
07:42, Will Mata
Two of three lanes remain closed on the M25 anti-clockwise between J6 (#Godstone) and J5 (#M26).
According to highway officials, there was a 4.5 mile traffic jam at the approach and delays were still occurring of 30 minutes.
Emergency services are still at the scene.
Traffic conditions on the M25 (traffic camera)
07:24, Matt Watts
South Eastern Highways said traffic was at a halt on the M25 anti-clockwise between junction 6 at Godstone, Surrey, and junction 5 of the M26 due to a multiple collision. Emergency services were at the scene and there were already 30-minute delays on the approaches shortly before 7am.
Traffic is stopped #M25 Counterclockwise #Sally J6 (#Godstone) and J5 (#M26Due to multiple collisions,
Emergency services will respond.
There have already been 30-minute approach delays. Please allow extra travel time this morning. pic.twitter.com/JtzhM4dGF1
— Highways: Southeast (@HighwaysSEAST) May 31, 2024
