Health Secretary visiting King's College Hospital

The transcript discusses the availability of ambulances during a strike and advises people to continue calling for emergency services if needed. It highlights the potential impact on response times and urges trade unions to ensure coverage for life-threatening conditions. The speaker is open to discussions with trade unions to address various issues, including pay and staff morale, emphasizing the importance of collaboration to resolve concerns.

What should people do if they need an ambulance during a strike?

• Visit the hospital directly without calling

• Continue to call an ambulance if needed

• Call an ambulance only if it's a minor issue

• Avoid calling and wait for the strike to end

What is the expected role of trade unions during the strike?

• To ensure all staff are on strike

• To close all GP appointments

• To protect those with life-threatening conditions

• To delay all emergency responses

What could cause further delays in emergency response times?

• Improving communication systems

• Allowing staff to respond from the picket line

• Reducing the number of strikes

• Increasing the number of ambulances

What is one of the factors affecting staff morale according to the discussions?

• Only the pay scale

• Lack of training opportunities

• A range of issues beyond pay

• Insufficient holiday time

What is the speaker's approach towards the trade unions?

• Avoiding any discussions

• Open to discussions and collaboration

• Demanding immediate strike cessation

• Ignoring their concerns