It's the only way of attracting attention for some jobs though. If you ask for a pay rise, they'll say no. If you strike, disrupt services and then ask for a pay rise - they'll take you more seriously.
@Gamah - got a new job very recently -> £5.35 an hour!
...and you were moaning about the train fare!
What are you doing?/??
Mcdonalds starting rate said:The starting rates are between £4.25 and £5.35
co-incidence....MINES A LARGE FRIES!