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How do unions call a strike?
For a strike to be legal, unions must ballot all members who would be involved. At least 50% of those who vote must back the action. There's no requirement for a majority of all members to vote, only those who cast a ballot. Unite is balloting staff at Leeds Bradford Airport.
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