“We have set up a team to focus on the issues and are in constant contact with the owners of ExCeL who have experienced similar situations before. Together we are examining contingencies to reduce any potential disruption and I will keep you fully updated," she commented.
The strike is due to start on Tuesday, 4 February and continue for 48 hours. While the action would have some though limited effect across the London Underground, services on the Heathrow Express, Gatwick Express, overground lines and the DLR – which serves the ExCeL exhibition centre – would not be affected.