Tube strike, London

Err, they're doing something. Something more than most people have the luxury of doing, whether you agree with it or not you can't deny that.

Agree, but there are other jobs that would allow them to change their hours and scene. i have nothing against them doing there job at all, but why fight so hard to change the place you work at when moving to a place that works for you makes for happier people all round?

I'm not sure I've heard anyone except outsiders say it's a shit job or that they're saying that. There's obviously a lot of benefits to it. They're fighting for (even, if you want) better conditions. If you could do that, wouldn't you?

If they're button pushers (yes, they are, just button pushers with a lot more potential responsibility than most) then how do you improve standards or get better people? Surely you're just either competent at it, or not?

They are not fighting for better conditions. They are insisting their jobs are stable, they take a cut in hours and get paid more money.. in this climate i think thats a bit rich.
The investment should be made in improving the workspace not filling the employees pockets. these are clearly low on morale and paying them wont fix that