UK optimistic about rescue deal for London transport operator after virus hit
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LONDON (Reuters) - The British government said it is optimistic about reaching a deal to help rescue London's transport operator, which has seen a big drop in passenger numbers due to the coronavirus outbreak, prompting the city's mayor to warn it needed to secure a grant by the end of the day.Transport for London (TfL), which runs the city's famous red double-decker buses and underground tube trains among other services, has lost more than 90% of fare revenue over the last two months."Being..