Train strikes halt most services in west of England, Midlands and routes to Scotland and Wales – business live

Aslef drivers have embarked on a three-day strike over pay and conditions

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There’s more disruption for rail passengers in England today, after train drivers began another round of industrial action on Monday to push for better pay and conditions.

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