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. They emphasize the importance of local radio during events like elections and the King's coronation. The workers have tried negotiating with the BBC but have been forced to strike to maintain professional standards. They call for a balance between digital and local services and urge the BBC to reconsider its plans.

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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 reduce working hours

To protest against digital services

To maintain local radio services

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of members supported the strike action?

75%

83%

68%

90%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the BBC's current strategy that is causing concern?

Local-first strategy

Digital-first strategy

Television-first strategy

Radio-first strategy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the concern regarding program sharing among local radio stations?

It will lead to more diverse content

It will result in excessive uniformity

It will improve service quality

It will increase local engagement

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do MPs play in the ongoing issue with the BBC?

They are funding local radio stations

They are negotiating directly with the BBC

They are putting pressure on the government

They are organizing the strike

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