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Tories "scent blood" over Labour union deals

The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

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Labour's Political Tightrope

This chapter examines the Labour Party's intricate navigation of union negotiations and public sector strikes, with a focus on their strategies in the rail sector. It discusses the party's historical context, financial dilemmas, and the generational divide in voter support, particularly in relation to public service reforms and the treatment of pensioners.

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