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Mixed British reaction to nationwide postal strike
In England the postal strike prompts varied responses from high profile figures to ordinary shoppers. J Paul Getty calls it a blessed relief while Valentine card makers suffer a 50 percent drop in business and mail order firms report up to 70 percent trade loss. Some firms cope by delivering mail themselves or delaying payments, while others see limited payments and delayed bills.
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David Lancashire
Associated Press
London
J. Paul Getty
Britain
Getty
Inquirers
Littlewoods
Harrods
Prudential Assurance Co