London Tube Unions Go Ahead With Industrial Action

The video discusses the impact of industrial action and the government's plans to reform union funding by ending the checkoff system. It highlights the union leaders' criticism of these changes, viewing them as an attack on their power. The government argues the reforms are necessary due to widespread strike actions. New laws require unions to give notice of strikes and allow agency staff to cover, with specific voting thresholds for industrial action. Despite these changes, unions continue to oppose the government's stance.

What was the government's main reason for altering the union funding method?

• To increase union membership

• To modernize payment systems

• To reduce union power

• To improve cash handling

Why do union leaders believe the government's announcement is a deliberate attack?

• It coincides with a major strike

• It reduces public sector jobs

• It increases union fees

• It supports union demands

What is one of the new requirements for unions before they can strike?

• They must reduce membership fees

• They need 14 days notice

• They must increase wages

• They need government approval

What percentage of workers must vote in favor for a strike to be legal in key sectors?

• 60%

• 40%

• 30%

• 50%

How did the unions involved in the tube strike respond to the latest pay offer?

• They accepted it

• They rejected it

• They postponed the strike

• They negotiated further