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Newsby StaffJune 30, 2015

Milwaukee County bus drivers set to strike

The drivers’ union president said the strike will begin at 3 a.m. Wednesday. Both sides are set to meet with a mediator Tuesday for one last opportunity to reach a deal.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 13, 2015

24-hour strike cripples London bus service

Some 27,000 workers in the Unite trade union from 18 different bus companies are involved in the strike in which workers are seeking a single agreement covering pay and conditions. There were a limited number of buses still operating, according to the report.

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Newsby StaffJuly 17, 2014

Long Island Rail Road strike averted, deal reached

Provides the 17% wage increase recommended by the Presidential Emergency Board, and includes the first-ever healthcare contributions from the 5,400 workers that make up the eight unions while protecting commuters and the MTA’s long-term financial stability.

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Newsby StaffJuly 15, 2014

Updated: Long Island Rail negotiations collapse, workers prepare to strike

Union negotiators said Monday that talks had collapsed amid a dispute over whether future employees should be required to contribute to their health insurance and pensions.

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Newsby StaffApril 7, 2014

Vt. transit agency solves labor issues

CCTA drivers and management were fighting over split-shift lengths, disciplinary policies, the use of part-time drivers and wages.

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Newsby StaffApril 3, 2014

SEPTA’s biggest union may call strike

May happen as soon as Sunday, when the transit system’s last union contract expires. SEPTA and the union plan to come to the bargaining table on Thursday.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 12, 2014

London Underground unions suspend strike

Will continue to discuss halting proposed staff cuts. The cuts are part of Mayor Boris Johnson’s plan to remove ticket booths and place more staff members on platforms and concourses as riders switch to paying fares with Oyster cards that open gates automatically.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 5, 2014

London Tube strike causes commuting chaos

Causes long lines at bus stops, packed buses, and thousands of commuters taking to the roads on bikes and on foot. Union rail drivers protesting job losses and plans to close manned ticket offices may stay off the job for two days this week and another two next week.

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Newsby StaffDecember 13, 2013

BART, unions back to bargaining table after lawsuit

Attempting to resolve a dispute over a contract provision that included a family medical leave clause, which the agency says it cannot afford. Unions are not ruling out the option of a third strike.

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2013

Disabled brace for possible BART, AC Transit strikes

While one agency reaches the end of its "cooling-off period" and another could strike any time, passengers say they are disproportionately affected.

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