London is set to experience a week-long disruption in early September as London Underground workers, represented by the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union, plan rolling strike action starting Friday, September 5. The strike is primarily over pay disputes and is expected to cause significant travel chaos affecting millions of commuters. Industry leaders have described the strike as a damaging scenario for the already sluggish economic growth in the capital. This strike is part of a broader pattern of labor unrest in the UK this autumn, with other sectors, including the NHS, also planning industrial action during critical periods. The situation contributes to what has been described as an "autumn of discontent" across Britain. Additionally, concerns have been raised by trusts about staff potentially quitting due to a proposed £5 daily commuting fee. The political landscape is also poised for a tumultuous period with upcoming events such as a government reshuffle, a state visit by former US President Donald Trump, official recognition of a Palestinian state, a critical conference season, and one of the most challenging budgets in recent history.