Former shadow chancellor John McDonnell joins nurses on picket line at St Thomas' hospital

The transcript discusses the plight of health workers forced to strike due to inadequate wages. It highlights their struggles to make ends meet and the impact on their families. The speaker proposes a fair taxation system as a solution, criticizing the government's focus on protecting the wealthy. The transcript ends with a call to action for immediate change.

What is the primary reason health workers are going on strike?

• They want more vacation days.

• They are forced to due to low wages.

• They are protesting against new technology.

• They want to change their work hours.

What are some of the challenges faced by nurses and health workers?

• Difficulty in feeding their families.

• Inadequate training programs.

• Limited access to healthcare.

• Lack of job opportunities.

How do health workers feel about their patients during the strike?

• They think patients are unaffected.

• They believe patients will understand.

• They are indifferent to their patients' needs.

• They are worried about their patients.

What solution is proposed to address the wage issue for public sector workers?

• Implementing a fair taxation system.

• Increasing the retirement age.

• Privatizing the healthcare sector.

• Reducing the number of health workers.

What is the suggested change in the taxation system?

• Taxing earned income differently from dividends.

• Taxing earned income the same as dividends and capital gains.

• Eliminating taxes on capital gains.

• Increasing taxes on all income types.