Public transport workers in London held fresh strikes Friday over pay and conditions, cutting services on almost all underground and overground rail lines that link up the UK capital.
The latest walkout comes during a summer of industrial action across Britain, with workers in various sectors pushing for pay rises in line with decades-high inflation and the soaring cost of living.
Passengers outside the closed Blackhorse Road underground station expressed frustration at long detours or costly taxi rides they would have to take. French finance worker Joachim, 21, was more relaxed, saying:"When I look at France and the number of strikes -- here the metro closes for one day and everyone talks about it!"
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