Massive strikes in Europe

More coverage later.

UK: Public sector strikes 

Live coverage of today's mass union strike action by teachers, border control staff, health workers and others over public sector pensions. 

• UK transport network suffers little disruption despite biggest strike in 30 years

• Only 58% of schools closed, despite predictions of 90%

• Government denies union claims that talks are over 

• Cabinet Office minister brands 2m-strong strike "inappropriate, untimely and irresponsible"

Live coverage from the Guardian HERE