Industrial action will cause disruption to train services between Oxford and London today.

The walkout undertaken by members of ASLEF means less trains will be running between Oxford and London.

Chiltern Railways announced the disruption this morning (Tuesday, July 4) and on their website, it is said that only two trains per hour will be running between Marylebone and Oxford.

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The rail disruption comes after the trade union ASLEF announced last month that its members would withdraw non-contractual overtime, known as rest day.

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The industrial action will take place until July 8 (Saturday) and rail passengers are advised to expect busier trains as a result of less trains running.

Rail passengers have also be warned to check the timetable before they travel.

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