For the next several weekends, tube stations across London will be closed as staff members go on strike.

The National Union of Royal Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) have announced the strikes following the TFL's opening of round-the-clock Night Tube service between Victoria and Central line starting November 27. 

The new announcement from TFL has resulted in rota changes that are "unacceptable and intolerable demands" on staff's work-life balance, says the RMT. 

Commuters are being told to plan ahead to avoid the strikes as there will be a "significantly reduced service" on the Victoria, Northern, Piccadilly, and Jubilee lines.

News Shopper: The strikes come over the return of the Night Tube. (PA)The strikes come over the return of the Night Tube. (PA) (Image: PA)

What dates will strikes be taking place? 

The strikes will start on Friday, November 26 as 80,000 members begin a 24-hour walkout at 4.30am on five tube lines. 

Plus strikes on the Central and Victoria line will start from 8.30pm to 4.30am on every Saturday and Sunday, starting on Saturday 27 November to December 18. 

  • 4.30am November 26 to 4.30am November 27: Central, Jubilee, Northern, Piccadilly, Victoria
  • 8.30pm November 27 to 4.30am November 28: Central, Victoria 
  • 8.30pm December 3 to 4.30am December 4: Central, Victoria 
  • 8.30pm December 4 to 4.30am December 5: Central, Victoria 
  • 8.30pm December 10 to 4.30am December 11:Central, Victoria 
  • 8.30pm December 11 to 4.30am December 12: Central, Victoria 
  • 8.30pm December 17 to 4.30am December 18: Central, Victoria 
  • 4.30am December 18 to 4.30am December 19:Central, Jubilee, Northern, Piccadilly, and Victoria

News Shopper: Throughout December expect weekend strikes. (PA)Throughout December expect weekend strikes. (PA) (Image: PA)

How has TFL responded? 

The strikes have been called 'unnecessary' by Transport for London, saying that drivers will only work four-night tube shifts a year. 

Director of London Underground, Nick Dent said that the night tube's return is a "significant moment for the night-time economy and for Londoners traveling late at night who will have improved journey times and an additional safe travel option."

He also added that TFL has been meeting with the RMT to resolve the issues and remain open to talking more about the issues. 

It has not yet been said whether the discussions will take place ahead of the strikes to resolve the issue.