An “essential service” classification prevents employees of a government service from staging full-scale strikes and walkouts. Services with the classification are required by law to provide minimum services during periods of industrial action. Proponents of the proposal argue that strikes by underground workers cause significant disruption to the country’s economy and people’s lives. Opponents argue that the proposal would prevent workers from exercising their rights.
50% Yes |
50% No |
50% Yes |
46% No |
2% No, and I will demonstrate my personal support |
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2% No, and British public sector jobs should not be given to foreign workers |
See how support for each position on “London Underground” has changed over time for 3.1m UK voters.
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Unique answers from UK users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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No but heavily restrict union power
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No but restrict union power
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essential service but don’t ban strikes
@8T7D7Z33yrs3Y
Yes but worker strikes should be allowed
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It should be an essential service. Not for the purpose of banning strikes
@98S6BPZ1yr1Y
Should be essential but allow strikes
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