Lecturers protest in dispute over pay

Lecturers protest in dispute over pay

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Social Studies

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Henry, a supporter of trade unionists, discusses the ongoing strike for a pay rise by UCU members at Suffolk College. He highlights the cost of living issues and the lack of a decent pay rise for 12 years. He emphasizes the erosion of salaries in further education compared to secondary schools and calls for public support, stating that the 2.5% pay offer is insufficient. The video concludes with a call to action for solidarity and making a stand.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Henry supporting in the strike?

UCU members

Private sector workers

The government

Secondary school teachers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the strike according to the speaker?

To demand a new curriculum

To request more holidays

To protest against long working hours

To address the cost of living

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long have the UCU members gone without a decent pay rise?

5 years

8 years

10 years

12 years

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's opinion on the 2.5% pay offer?

It is fair

It is excessive

It is insufficient

It is generous

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have salaries in further education changed in recent years?

They have doubled

They have increased significantly

They have remained the same

They have decreased in real terms

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