Victoria and Albert Museum to Close Most Sites During Strike on 29-30 October
On October 22, 2026, the Victoria and Albert Museum announced that all its sites will be affected by industrial action on 29-30 October 2026.
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On October 22, 2026, the Victoria and Albert Museum announced that all its sites will be affected by industrial action on 29-30 October 2026.
On September 21, 2026, the Victoria and Albert Museum announced that due to planned industrial action on September 25 and 26, 2026, its South Kensington location will operate a reduced visitor offer.
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