British TV dramas could be disrupted by industrial action

Rather than focusing on pay the dispute is more about working conditions and long hours

Production of British television dramas could be disrupted as part of a union dispute, after crew members objected to long hours and having to undertake unpaid work on sets.

The Bectu trade union says its members - who work behind the scenes on some of Britain's biggest shows - are suffering burn out, low morale, and in many cases are unable to sustain a family life due to the industry's expectation of long hours.