RMT union workers back industrial action

The transcript discusses potential strike action by the RMT, which could cause significant disruption to rail services and affect commuters, fuel, and food supplies. The strike is driven by demands for a pay rise, job security, and no compulsory redundancies. While the public understands the reasons, there is a call for negotiations to avoid the strike. The government and Network Rail urge discussions to prevent industrial action, which could have a broad economic impact, including on the staycation industry and daily financial losses for the rail sector.

What is the earliest possible time the RMT strike action could begin?

• Early August

• Late July

• Mid June

• Early May

How might rail services be affected during the strike?

• They will operate as usual

• They may only operate between 7 AM and 7 PM

• They will be completely shut down

• They will operate 24/7

What is the main reason people understand the strike action?

• RMT members want more job opportunities

• RMT members want more vacation days

• RMT members haven't had a pay rise for years

• RMT members want better working conditions

What are the RMT members demanding?

• More vacation days

• A decent pay rise, job security, and no compulsory redundancies

• Better working conditions

• More job opportunities

What is the potential daily financial loss to the rail industry if the strike occurs?

• £10 million

• £20 million

• £30 million

• £40 million