What is an example of industrial action?

Industrial action refers to activities undertaken by workers, usually as a collective response to issues related to working conditions, pay, or other employment-related disputes. When workers choose to strike, they stop working to express their dissatisfaction and push for change, such as better wages, improved working conditions, or benefits. This form of direct action is a powerful method for employees to demonstrate their solidarity and can apply pressure on employers to negotiate terms.

In this context, striking is fundamentally linked to the broader concept of labor rights and collective bargaining. It aims to highlight grievances and push for improvements in a way that can lead to negotiations between workers and employers. Other options provided, such as receiving a bonus or employers providing training, represent positive developments in the workplace but do not reflect the concept of industrial action where workers are actively engaging in a dispute or protest. Similarly, teams collaborating on projects represents cooperative work dynamics, unrelated to the idea of exerting pressure or seeking change through collective action.