Why would you want to reap the benefits of strike action you don’t want to take part in?
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Leaving aside that I won’t directly benefit from any pay deal, why would I not?
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Well you don’t want to be part of the dispute.
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So? Insisting on being paid less would be a really weird thing to do. I don’t even think a school would accept a request like that.
But your alright Jack.
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Well, I have a seriously disabled daughter waiting for a major surgery who needs specialist living arrangements, medical care and unpredictable changing needs for her support which is a much larger financial priority than a strike which is primarily for the benefit of people who don’t even have to think about considerations like that.
But other than that, I’m alright.
sorry to hear that, BUT, since you said you are alright, I know you can make it.
all the best.
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I don’t think strikes are for benefiting anyone. Usually born out of necessity really.
I am not going to respond about the part on your daughter and will not be made to feel guilty or retract over things I choose to follow.
Love it the ideology at its purest the collective over the individual no matter what. Solidarity comrade 
just pure evil as it’s past incarnations
You were just now saying I should refuse the benefit of a successful strike.
In more general terms then, one thing that an ardent strike supporter might overlook is that many people are simply not in a position where striking is the right decision for them. Allegiance to a union, or even to colleagues cannot always be top priority.
Simply don’t join the union then if you find your position compromised.
More integrity in that.
My position isn’t compromised. I pay for the union’s services. As the union itself says, striking is a personal choice. It’s in no way required or incumbent on anyone to participate. I did participate, at not inconsiderable expense. I am not participating in the next three dates. That is a choice I am perfectly capable of making without compromising anything.
How does that work if the vote went the other way.
Could the minority go on strike. Could I still be in the EU as I voted to remain.
Should I have to abide by Tory policy as I didn’t vote for them.
Why are you bothering at this point just ignore and carry on your evening 
No joy in the Tory thread I see. Maybe next week.
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Tbf I personally understand @Leper 's position.
I don’t necessarily agree but then I’m not having to deal with their problems so can’t say what I’d do.
Can’t let perfect be the enemy of good, if people can’t afford to strike then if they’re union members at least vote to strike so the ballot is successful but you personally go to work those days, which you are allowed to do.
No offence but one guy isn’t gonna change much in terms of disruption to things. So it’s a win win so to speak.
However we have proper scabs taking up highly paid locum shifts that have been temporarily increased for the strike days.
Pathetic, because they’ll be back at the shit rates after that.
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Stop fishing for likes 
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Wow must of really push those few brain cells of yours into overtime to come up with that. I could start gloating how right we were about COVID in the Tory thread
I could recommend the film Spotlight if your at a loose end. 
Sorry comrade I can’t for the life of me trust your judgment