LONDON'S HOTEL STRIKERS

LONDON'S HOTEL STRIKERS

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

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The video reports on a hotel strike in London, led by West Ham's MP Arthur Lewis, demanding union recognition. The strike involves 3,000 workers across 11 hotels and several restaurants. While the Hotels and Restaurant Association is not against unions, they claim negotiations were prejudiced. The public is generally supportive of improved working conditions. Despite the strike, some hotels continue to operate with reduced staff. A resolution is hoped for to prevent further disruption.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was reported to be the chief organizer of the London hotel strike?

Mr. Michael Brown

Mr. John Smith

Mr. David Johnson

Mr. Arthur Lewis

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary demand of the striking workers?

More vacation days

Recognition of their union

Better working hours

Higher wages

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which union were the strikers seeking recognition for?

General and Municipal Workers Union

National Union of Workers

Catering and Hospitality Union

Hotel Employees Union

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's general attitude towards the strike?

Unaware of the strike

Strongly opposed

Sympathetic if demands are reasonable

Indifferent

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was hoped to be achieved to prevent further disruption?

An increase in strike participants

A reasonable settlement

A government intervention

A complete shutdown of services