Rishi Sunak lambasted RMT union leader Mick Lynch for causing 'misery for millions' with nationwide rail strikes in the run-up to Christmas.
The RMT and other workers' unions are in the midst of nationwide industrial action affecting millions of journeys.
Members say pay offers from their employers and the government are far below current, soaring rates of inflation.The union leader said: "The media is nearly completely hostile to the movement, and I have to bear that"They can do that if they want. I’ve got a job to do on behalf of my people.Lynch also rejected claims that the ongoing rail strikes are losing public support, stating: "I get a lot of support from the general public.
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