Mary Bousted speaks ahead of teachers' strike rally in Oxford

The transcript discusses the ongoing strike action by teachers seeking a fully funded inflation-proof pay rise due to inadequate salaries and excessive workloads. It highlights the crisis in education, with significant teacher shortages and recruitment challenges. The government is criticized for not engaging in meaningful negotiations and for setting legislative hurdles. The impact on education quality and teacher well-being is emphasized, with calls for long-term pay corrections and better support for teachers.

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