The range of British Columbia public service staff that could potentially be impacted by job action that began this week is wide, from scientists and social workers to liquor and cannabis distribution and retail staff.

But a labour expert says the BC General Employees’ Union’s actions have so far been limited to allow for an “escalating strategy” to force the government’s hand in negotiations.

Among the few visible impacts on the second day of the job action that began on Tuesday is the cancellation of driver licensing services at a single Insurance Corporation of B.C. services centre in Surrey.

ICBC said Wednesday that it had to cancel all appointments at its Guildford location, but drivers could rebook online or visit its other Surrey location on 78th Ave.

The union is seeking better

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