24-hour strike in protest against proposed cuts to BBC local radio output

24-hour strike in protest against proposed cuts to BBC local radio output

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The transcript discusses a strike by BBC workers due to proposed changes affecting local radio services. The workers argue that the shift towards digital services should not come at the expense of local radio, which serves underserved communities. Despite negotiations, the BBC has not agreed to the necessary changes, leading to strike action. The workers emphasize the importance of local services and express concerns about future cuts. They call for the BBC and government to recognize the value of local radio and resolve the issues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the BBC workers' strike?

To demand higher wages

To improve working conditions

To protest against digital services

To maintain local radio services

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the BBC's current strategy that the workers are concerned about?

Focusing on digital services

Expanding international coverage

Reducing TV programming

Increasing local radio funding

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the BBC's stance on further concessions regarding local radio?

They are reducing digital services

They plan to increase local radio funding

They have made all the concessions they can

They are open to more discussions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant events are mentioned as potential strike dates?

BBC's anniversary and World Radio Day

Christmas and New Year's Eve

The King's coronation and local election results day

Summer Olympics and World Cup

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader impact do the workers fear from the proposed changes?

Increased international reach

Improved digital services

Enhanced local journalism

Undermining public service broadcasting