Hundreds gather in support of rail and postal workers’ strike action

The video discusses a strike involving workers across Scotland, England, and Wales, highlighting the lack of pay rises for railway workers over three years. The strike is politically driven by the Conservative government, targeting their conference to emphasize the need for fair pay. Despite low morale, there is strong solidarity and public support, with calls for a change in government.

What is the main reason for the railway workers' strike?

• To support other striking industries

• To negotiate a pay rise after three years without one

• To protest against the Conservative government

• To demand better working conditions

Why did the workers choose to strike during the Conservative Party conference?

• To gain media attention

• To make it difficult for the conference attendees

• To show solidarity with other unions

• To negotiate directly with the government

How is the morale among the workers described?

• High in the workplace but low in solidarity

• Low in the workplace but high in solidarity

• High in both workplace and solidarity

• Low in both workplace and solidarity

What kind of support are the striking workers receiving?

• No support from any political parties

• Broad support from various trade unions and the public

• Support only from their own union

• Limited support from the public

What change is being called for by the striking workers?

• A change in government

• A change in union leadership

• A change in strike tactics

• A change in public opinion