'Absolute devastation' - reaction to Tata Steel job losses

Andrew Gutrich, chair of the Multi Union SLAM world portal, discusses the devastating impact of recent news on the UK steel industry, particularly in South Wales. He emphasizes the need for a strategic plan to transition to green steel and the potential consequences if Tata does not cooperate. The discussion highlights the broader impact on local communities, including job losses and economic decline, drawing parallels to past industrial challenges in the region.

What is Andrew Gutrich's initial reaction to the news about the steel industry?

• Indifferent to the changes

• Excited about new developments

• Optimistic about future opportunities

• Devastated by the impact on the local economy

What is one of the proposed strategies to address the steel industry crisis?

• Reducing steel production

• Outsourcing jobs overseas

• Transitioning to green steel

• Ignoring the issue

What action is suggested if Tata does not change its decision?

• Relocating the industry

• Fighting for the community and jobs

• Accepting the decision

• Negotiating further

How does the potential job loss affect the wider community?

• It creates new job opportunities

• It devastates local shops and services

• It boosts local businesses

• It has no significant impact

What historical event is compared to the current situation in South Wales?

• The closure of local mines

• The rise of the tech industry

• The opening of new factories

• The expansion of the steel industry