Interviews with members of the public about Union strikes around Christmas

The transcript discusses the impact of union strikes, particularly around Christmas, on travel and daily life. It highlights the public's concern over the government's response and the need for better communication with unions. Personal experiences and opinions on the right to strike and its timing are shared, emphasizing the inconvenience caused to many people.

What is the speaker's main concern regarding the planned strike by British Airways?

• The strike will affect holiday plans.

• The unions are too powerful.

• The government is not listening to the public.

• The strike will cause flight delays.

How has the rail strike affected the speaker's family?

• It has made travel out of London difficult for the speaker's son.

• It has caused financial difficulties.

• It has delayed their holiday plans.

• It has not affected them at all.

What does the speaker think about the timing of the strikes?

• It is irrelevant to the public.

• It is poorly timed and causes unnecessary disruption.

• It is well-timed for maximum impact.

• It is beneficial for the unions.

What is the speaker's view on the right to strike?

• It should be limited to certain times of the year.

• It is unnecessary in modern society.

• It is a democratic right.

• It should be banned.

What personal experience does the speaker share about strikes?

• They have never been affected by a strike.

• They have participated in a strike as a nurse.

• They have organized a strike.

• They have been financially impacted by a strike.