Caroline Pidgeon, the Liberal Democrat London Assembly Transport Spokesperson, commenting on the temporary extension of Oyster Pay as You Go to most train services across London, said:
“If Oyster Pay As You Go can cover most train services in London for 48 hours, why not everyday? Londoners have today been given a glimpse of what should already be a reality each and every day of the year.
"While the RMT's actions today have inconvenienced millions of Londoners , the agreement reached between the Mayor and the Train Operating Companies to allow Oyster Pay as You Go on some train services has at least mitigated the worst effects of this unnecessary strike. Now the Mayor must ensure that the benefits of Oyster PAYG covering all rail services across London is made permanent."