March 03, 2006

South Korea fires 2,200 striking workers?

Big News Network.com Friday 3rd March, 2006
South Korean officials have fired more than 2,200 striking rail workers since a union-sponsored strike reach its third day Friday.We've decided to take stern disciplinary action against the strikers for taking part in the illegal walkout, to end the collective action, Lee Chul, president of Korea Railroad, said. He also said that there would be no negotiations until the union members report back to duty, adding management would strictly deal with the strike lawfully instead of trying to hold the public hostage, the Korea Times said.