With energy costs and inflation surging, and taxes and the cost of loans increasing, British workers are demanding higher pay and going on strike with a militancy not seen in years.
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Why So Many British Workers Are On Strike
With energy costs and inflation surging, and taxes and the cost of loans increasing, British workers are demanding higher pay and going on strike with a militancy not seen in years.
His Union Went on Strike. His Interviews Went Viral.
At a time of rampant inflation and wage stagnation, Mick Lynch, the force behind Britain’s largest railway strikes in three decades, has found success that has surprised even his colleagues.
U.K. Hobbled By Largest Rail Strike in Three Decades
Travel was disrupted for tens of millions of people during the country’s biggest walkout in decades as union leaders warned of a summer of labor unrest.
U.K. Train Strike Brings Transit Chaos
Travel was disrupted for tens of millions of people during the country’s biggest walkout in decades as union leaders warned of a summer of labor unrest.
Union Strike in Tunisia Challenges President’s Rule
The union that called the strike has become the most powerful opponent of President Kais Saied as he tries to concentrate power.
French Diplomats to Strike Over Macron’s Foreign Service Overhaul
President Emmanuel Macron wants more flexibility to move senior officials between roles, but diplomats see a demotion and potential cronyism.
India General Strike Protests Narendra Modi’s Economic Policies
The two-day strike, involving both public and private sector workers, was called to protest the Modi government’s economic policies, including a privatization plan.
London Underground Is Again Shut Down by Worker Strike
Transport workers have walked out amid concerns over unfilled posts, pensions and the long-term financing of the rail system.
Teachers in France Stage Walkout Over Covid Rules in Schools
Tens of thousands of teachers, other school personnel and parents took to the streets on Thursday to protest shifting, confusing rules that they say are now too lax.