General Election 2015 - Lib Dems Promise Public Sector Pay Rises

The transcript discusses the impact of public sector pay freezes over the past five years, which reduced the national wage bill by £12 billion. Nick Clegg proposes a plan to increase public sector pay in line with inflation, aiming to balance the books without further pay cuts. Despite public sector protests and political skepticism, Clegg insists his plan is genuine and affordable, funded by taxes on the wealthy. The proposal includes modest pay increases for nurses and police officers, but raises concerns about financial sustainability. The Liberal Democrats face challenges in implementing these promises, given their past coalition legacy.

What is the significance of the public sector protests mentioned in the text?

What challenges does Nick Clegg face in implementing his pay plan?