Public urged to use ‘common sense’ as ambulance workers strike

The transcript discusses a significant increase in hospital admissions due to flu and COVID, as well as concerns over Strep A. It highlights the pressure on the healthcare system exacerbated by trade unions taking industrial action without agreeing to cover all emergency calls. The speaker criticizes the government's lack of negotiation, urging them to return to the table to resolve ongoing strikes.

What was the percentage increase in flu admissions to hospitals last week?

• 27%

• 73%

• 50%

• 100%

Why have trade unions decided to take industrial action?

• To support the government's policies

• To reduce the number of emergency calls

• To negotiate better terms with the government

• To increase hospital admissions

What is the impact of the industrial action on emergency calls?

• There is no impact on emergency calls

• Some urgent calls are not being covered

• Only category one calls are covered

• All emergency calls are being covered

What has been the response of the government to the trade unions' demands?

• Immediate negotiation

• Increased funding

• Complete agreement

• Lack of response

What does the speaker suggest the government should do to resolve the strikes?

• Ignore the unions

• Reduce emergency calls

• Increase hospital admissions

• Return to the negotiating table