Jack Chambers: “I think it was important not to provide a cliff edge.”

The best way to reduce uncertainty for public servants is for public service unions and associations to enter talks to reach a clear agreement on public service pay.

I'm absolutely serious and I wrote them as recently as yesterday saying pay will be discussed as a priority.

What I would say is strike action should be a last resort, not a first resort for trade union leaders.

That is ultimately what will grow our economy, that is what will ensure people have a better day-to-day experience going to work, reducing congestion.