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Trains cancelled across Bangladesh as rail union goes on strike
The action by railway staff demanding higher pensions and other benefits affected tens of thousands of passengers and freight transport.
Serbian farmers join striking university students’ traffic blockade in Belgrade
The move was aimed at stepping up pressure on the authorities over a deadly canopy collapse in November last year that killed 15 people.
Industrial action by teachers in Northern Ireland suspended
Education minister Paul Givan welcomed the move
Sixth form college teachers to stage three more days of strikes in pay dispute
National Education Union teacher members at 32 non-academised sixth form colleges have already taken four days of strike action this academic year.
Justice Minister Naomi Long disappointed on eve of criminal barristers’ four week ‘strike’
Action centres on fees and “crippling payment delays”
Teaching unions vote for industrial action over pay
The unions are urging the Department of Education to bring forward a ‘realistic offer’ on the pay claim for 2024/25
Avanti West Coast train managers to strike in dispute over rest day working
Union members voted overwhelmingly against the company’s proposals.
Strike actor says JK Rowling visits BBC set and gives details of future scenes
The crime drama is adapted from books written by the Harry Potter author.
Thousands of workers stage protests across Italy in general strike
The strike forced ITA airlines to cancel dozens of domestic and international flights, and hit schools, hospitals and local transport.
Greece hit by general strike amid protest over high cost of living
Thousands of workers in the public and private sector have walked out.