There’s an unwritten rule. If there’s a strike, everyone becomes a bus expert. Your coworker who never rides suddenly has strong opinions about union negotiations.
“Well, back in ’78, they struck for three weeks over a coffee machine!” They say this with authority. You nod. You have no idea if it’s true. It doesn’t matter.
Groups form at intersections. Strangers bond. “You waiting too?” “Yep.” “This is dumb.” “Agreed.” And just like that, a friendship is born in shared misery.
Bus Strike Bingo
Let’s play a game. You know you’re in a bus strike when:
1. You see a traffic jam of bikes.
2. The bus stop sign looks at you mockingly.
3. You actually consider rollerblading.
4. Your phone battery dies from refreshing the transit app.
If you hit three in one morning, you win! The prize? A very late arrival to work. Congratulations.
Bus strikes begin in south and west London - BBC News
