It started out as an autumn of discontent last year.

But as the NHS, postal workers, rail staff, teachers and more continue gather on the picket line, there seems to be no end in sight.

Terrified by the state of their industries, thousands are walking out over pay and staffing.

So, how are the government responding? And just how long is this going to go on for?

ITV News Deputy Political Editor Anushka Asthana tells ITV News presenter Tom Bradby what you need to know...