Ambulance workers gather at picket line in Walton-on-Thames

The video discusses the first day of industrial action by ambulance workers, highlighting their reasons for striking, including pay cuts and staffing shortages. It emphasizes the overwhelming public support for the strikers and calls for the government to negotiate a resolution that addresses the cost of living and allows workers to return to their duties.

What is one of the main reasons for the industrial action taken by the workers?

• To oppose new management policies

• To request more vacation days

• To protest against pay cuts

• To demand better working conditions

How has the public shown support for the striking workers?

• By writing letters to the government

• By providing food to strikers

• By donating money

• By organizing rallies

What does the public's reaction to the strike indicate about their view of uniformed services?

• They are indifferent

• They hold them in high regard

• They are unaware of their issues

• They are critical of them

What is the primary demand of the striking workers from the government?

• To reduce working hours

• To improve workplace safety

• To provide a pay rise matching the cost of living

• To increase the number of holidays

What action is being urged upon the government to resolve the dispute?

• To ignore public opinion

• To negotiate with trade unions

• To implement new policies unilaterally

• To wait for the strike to end naturally