41.   But the KCTU said the industrial action could intensify again with partial strikes by metal workers scheduled to become an all-out stoppage from Wednesday.

42.   They added that volume was expected to be low, with some dealers unable to reach their work because of a partial strike on the London Underground.

43.   Turkish law allows workers to go on partial strike and to stage demonstrations - on condition they obtain permission from local authorities.

44.   Officials said a partial strike was also observed in other cities in Sindh province including Mirpurkhas, Nawabshah and Sukkur.

45.   Partial strikes were observed in other Sindh cities, including Mirpurkhas, Sukkur and Nawabshah, reports reaching here said.

46.   Other banks affected by partial strikes and go-slows include Citibank, Bank of America, Chase Manhattan Bank and Bank of Montreal.

47.   The organization was also planning a partial strike for next Tuesday.