Finland's media - Postal strike threatens public transit

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Friday's papers: Public transport disruptions


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Finland's media on Friday mainly explores the possible implications of the ongoing postal workers' strike.


Postal strike threatens public transit


Postal dispute sympathy strikes could paralyse public transport in the greater capital area on Monday if negotiators don’t find a solution to the postal workers’ strike over the weekend, writes national daily Helsingin Sanomat.


Bus transport could be affected as the Transport Workers’ Union as well as the Trade Union for the Public and Welfare Sectors (JHL) have threatened to expand sympathy strikes on Monday.


Helsinki Airport could also face disruption if the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) ramps up support action.


Earlier this week the Aviation Union said its members involved in strike support are working in ground handling, technology, catering, freight, as well as airport security inspection for all airlines operating to and from Finland.


National mail carrier Posti says the industrial action, which could continue until 8 December, has already delayed mail deliveries by several weeks.

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