Railway disruption next week as ProRail workers strike over pay

Walkouts on Tuesday and Thursday will cause chaos for commuters across the Netherlands

Industrial action will also hit freight services and could lead to food shortages

ProRail workers in the Netherlands are set to strike next week in a dispute over pay, causing major disruption to rail services across the country.

The walkouts will take place on Tuesday and Thursday, and are expected to cause chaos for commuters and businesses.

Freight services will also be hit by the strike, which could lead to shortages of food and other goods.

ProRail, the Dutch railway infrastructure manager, has said it is "disappointed" by the decision to strike, and has called on the unions to reconsider.

However, the unions have said they are determined to go ahead with the action, and have accused ProRail of failing to take their concerns seriously.

The strike is the latest in a series of industrial disputes in the Netherlands, as workers across the country demand better pay and conditions.

In recent months, there have been strikes by teachers, nurses, and public transport workers.