[Kizzy]

Originally Posted by Livia

Yeah it's always a different issue when teachers leave the school unattended during term time, to go on strike or have an inset day. Why they can't do that during their ridiculously long holidays is beyond me. Striking is a tool that worked years ago when conditions were deplorable . Now, people rightly pour scorn on striking lefties. Public opinion is not with them on this except from a certain section of society.

What section is that, those who understand the importance of professionalism in the classroom as well as the boardroom?
Strike action is for when both sides don't or can't reach an amicable agreement, not just a method used in days of yore.
People do not rightly pour scorn on striking teachers ignorant people who can't see further than the end of their nose on certain issues do, as they choose not to adequately educate themselves on the issue and rely on right wing soundbites to express their skewed opinion.
Teachers,who's political leanings are I'm sure as varied as the subjects they teach, are well within their rights to strike to protect their jobs and the standard of education of children from all sections of society.