Nick Clegg speaks re. Olympic strike threat

The transcript discusses Mr. Mccluskey's remarks about organizing civil disobedience during the Olympics, highlighting the potential negative impact on the country. It acknowledges the trade unions' right to object to government policies but criticizes the timing and method of protest, suggesting it could harm both the country and the trade union movement.

What is the speaker's main concern about Mr. McCluskey's remarks?

• They are supportive of the government's policies.

• They are made at a time when the country is facing challenges.

• They encourage people to participate in the Olympics.

• They are irrelevant to the current economic situation.

According to the speaker, what is the right of trade unions?

• To support government policies without question.

• To object to government policies and argue for changes.

• To organize sports events during the Olympics.

• To remain silent on economic issues.

What does the speaker criticize about the proposed actions during the Olympics?

• They are an attempt to disrupt the event to prove a point.

• They are a method to improve the economy.

• They are a form of support for the government.

• They are a way to promote tourism.

What does the speaker believe is the impact of disrupting the Olympics?

• It will encourage more people to attend the Olympics.

• It will have no significant impact.

• It will harm the country's image and the trade union movement.

• It will boost the country's economy.

How does the speaker view the relationship between civil disobedience and the trade union movement?

• As a neutral action with no consequences.

• As a beneficial strategy for economic growth.

• As a harmful approach that damages the movement.

• As an essential part of government policy.