Tata Steel Workers Announce Indefinite Strike Over Job Cuts

1,500 employees to walk out in protest against plans to close blast furnaces in South Wales, risking 2,800 jobs.

Unite union members will begin the strike on July 8 at Port Talbot and Llanwern sites.
This marks the first strike by UK steelworkers in over 40 years.
Tata Steel plans to transition to electric arc furnaces, requiring fewer staff.
Community and GMB unions are not striking before the general election.
Tata has warned that financial packages may be withdrawn if the strike proceeds.