Tata Steel may shut blast furnaces in UK earlier amid strike by workers

Tata Steel plans to shut down its blast furnaces in the UK earlier than scheduled due to a potential indefinite strike by workers protesting against job losses. The company cites operational instability and unsustainable losses as reasons for the closures. The strike, set to begin on July 8, involves around 1,500 workers and aims to halt Tata's plans. Tata Steel is transitioning to an electric arc furnace to reduce carbon emissions, with a significant investment and support for impacted employees.