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London tube strike: Simon Calder counts cost of walkout on economy

London tube strike: Simon Calder counts cost of walkout on economy

A tube strike meant London Underground lines were suspended on Monday, 8 September, as members of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union launched industrial action over pay and conditions.

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