Schools face disruption as teachers in England strike in pay dispute

The transcript discusses the union's efforts to pressure the government to settle issues before the autumn term. It covers exam dispensation for teachers during strike days, allowing them to teach critical classes. The unions strongly rejected the government's offer due to insufficient funding and inadequate pay. Negotiation strategies are explored, highlighting the need for compromise, with examples from Scotland and Wales.

What is the main goal of the unions before the autumn term?

• To increase membership

• To settle disputes with the government

• To organize a national strike

• To change the exam schedule

What is the purpose of the exam dispensation policy?

• To enable teachers to teach critical exam classes during strikes

• To allow teachers to take a break during exams

• To cancel exams during strike days

• To provide extra revision classes for all students

How do teachers manage their responsibilities during strike days?

• They focus on administrative tasks

• They may teach exam classes and arrange supervision for others

• They only teach non-exam classes

• They completely avoid going to school

Why did the unions reject the government's offer?

• It was not fully funded and insufficient

• It was too generous

• It was only for a short term

• It was not communicated properly

What is a key difference in the negotiation outcomes between England and Scotland?

• Scotland accepted a lower offer than England

• England's offer was more generous than Scotland's

• Scotland's offer was less than inflation but better than England's

• Both countries received the same offer