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Train strike called off

30 Jul 2012 - By The Editor
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A strike planned by train drivers during the Olympics in a row over pensions has been called off after a deal was agreed.Members of the Aslef union at East Midlands Trains were due to walk out on August 6, 7 and 8, threatening travel chaos for spectators going to the Games.The two sides said that "constructive" discussions had led to the action being averted.

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