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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Liam James

REVEALED: Who is striking this winter and why | Rare Historical Photos

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Workers in several of Britain’s key service sectors are striking in what is being called the new “winter of discontent” as cost of living pressures clash with below-inflation pay offers.

Many strikes, such as that of the Rail, Maritime and Transport Union (RMT), have been going on for months, with warnings union members will vote to take their fight far into 2023.

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