Starmer accuses Tories of ‘pouring petrol on the fire’ of rail dispute

The transcript discusses the potential negative impacts of an upcoming strike on businesses, education, and healthcare. It criticizes political figures, Boris Johnson and Grant Shapps, for allegedly wanting the strike to proceed to create division for political gain. The lack of negotiation and preference for political strategies over constructive dialogue is highlighted.

What are the potential impacts of the strikes mentioned in the text?

What reasons does the speaker give for opposing the strikes?

How do Boris Johnson and Grant Shapps view the strikes according to the text?

What does the speaker suggest about the approach of the politicians towards the strikes?

In what ways does the speaker believe the politicians are contributing to division?