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Do strikes work?

Strikes often work by disrupting services, like the planned bus strikes, creating pressure on employers to negotiate. If enough drivers stop working, Arriva North London will face significant disruption and potential financial losses, which can make them more willing to meet the union's demands regarding cab temperatures.

Stories that explain this

Over 1,500 London bus drivers to strike over hot weather conditions

Questions this opens up

Are strikes always legal? What is a ballot? When did strikes start?

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