Public sector pay talks: Link deal to work reform and pensions

PUBLIC sector pay talks open this week and the unions hope to reverse some of the pay cuts, reforms, and pension levies forced upon us all.

This subject has become so divisive, so very angry, that it is almost impossible to have a rational, evidence-based discussion on the issue.

Despite that, the outcome of this high-wire auction will influence how very many people vote in the looming election.