Border Force workers to launch series of strikes over Christmas in pay dispute

The transcript discusses the union's efforts to negotiate with the government over low wages and poverty among public sector workers. Despite high inflation, the government offered only a 2% pay increase, leading to a historic strike vote. The union emphasizes the importance of the strike to highlight the workers' significance and urges the government to negotiate. The strike affects several government departments and airports, causing potential delays, but the union blames the government for the disruption.

What percentage of union members voted in favor of strike action?

• 92%

• 70%

• 86%

• 50%

Why are public sector workers taking strike action?

• To demand more vacation days

• To protest against low pay and poor treatment

• To request better working conditions

• To oppose new government policies

What could lead to the strike action being called off?

• A change in union leadership

• A reduction in inflation rates

• An increase in the pay offer from the government

• A public apology from the government

What is the role of union members at the airports during the strike?

• To assist with security checks

• To handle baggage claims

• To check passports of arriving passengers

• To manage flight schedules

Who does the speaker blame for the inconvenience caused by the strike?

• The union members

• The general public

• The government

• The airport authorities