Attempts continue to try to avert airport strike

The transcript discusses a potential strike by BA staff due to a pay dispute, which could lead to a shutdown of several UK airports. Negotiations are underway to resolve the issue, with the earliest strike date being August 23rd. The strike could disrupt travel for many passengers, especially during the bank holiday period. Public sentiment is mixed, with some sympathy for the workers' situation. Both sides are encouraged to reach a resolution quickly to avoid further disruptions.

What is the earliest date a strike could potentially begin?

• Monday, the 23rd of August

• Wednesday, the 25th of August

• Sunday, the 22nd of August

• Friday, the 20th of August

Which airports would be affected by the strike?

• Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Leeds, Bristol, Newcastle

• London City, Gatwick, Luton, Cardiff, Belfast, Dublin

• Exeter, Bournemouth, East Midlands, Doncaster, Norwich, Inverness

• Southampton, Heathrow, Stanstead, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen

How many people travel through the affected airports daily during August?

• 250,000

• 550,000

• 450,000

• 350,000

What was the pay offer that BA staff were unhappy with this year?

• 2% rise

• 3% rise

• No rise

• 1% rise

What is the main goal of the ongoing talks between BA and the union?

• To hire more staff

• To expand airport facilities

• To resolve the pay dispute

• To increase the number of flights