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London Subway Workers Set to Strike Tomorrow

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Jun 8, 2009 4:47 PM CDT

(Newser) – After failing to reach an agreement with management, London Underground workers will go on a two-day strike starting tomorrow evening, Reuters reports. The dispute over worker safety could affect millions of commuters and tourists. London transportation authorities say they will add extra buses and ferries... Read full story »

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