Cleaners, porters, and catering staff at St George’s Hospital secure bonus for pandemic work
Up to £1600 covid bonus for outsourced St George’s Hospital workers – GMB Read More »
More than 100 workers at Princess Royal University Hospital are set to down tools from early morning on Wednesday 29 until midnight on Thursday 30 May.
Strike set to ‘decimate’ services at Orpington’s Princess Royal Hospital Read More »
Countless customers from across Brighton will be hoping to buy barbecue and picnic supplies; they’ll now have to cross a picket line to do so
Asda Brighton Hollingbury Bank Holiday Weekend strike set to cause barbecue chaos Read More »
Council workers being balloted over non-disclosure of information relating to job re-evaluation
BCP Council hit by GMB union strike ballot Read More »
The union member’s challenge to ‘Secret Soundings’ case scheduled for Thursday 13 June
GMB member judge’s legal challenge reaches court of appeal Read More »
Dear members,
The strength and resolve of members continues grow.
The pictures and videos from the picket lines and demonstrations all across the country, and around the world, are amazing.
This week we have issued cease and desist letters to the key agencies that you have notified us of.
Already one agency, SGS, have replied to say that they have reviewed the requests from G4S for staff on strike days and given their concerns, are no longer going to be providing those staff.
We expect that as the dispute continues the remaining agencies will reconsider their position too.
We have also been asked to supply further information to the Employment Inspectorate to support an investigation into the supply of staff on the strike days past.
The SIA have also been contacted about the use of agency staff and we will continue to hold agencies accountable.
Separately we are also calling on DWP to join the negotiations at ACAS as this issue now impacts them directly – they can’t avoid their responsibilities to be a part of the solution.
This also extends to the health and safety breaches that members are alerting us to across the sites.
Members continue to join GMB to secure a better pay offer and win back dignity at work!
Please click the link to see a short message about the industrial action – https://youtu.be/4cCGn2ReGRs
We will continue to stand together in solidarity and strength.
Yours in union,
GMB DWP LNC Reps & GMB National Officer
EMPLOYMENT INSPECTORATE INVESTIGATION AGENCY PULLS OUT OF PROVIDING STAFF Read More »
The GMB and G4S have been in discussions regarding a pay raise effective December 1st, 2022. Initially, G4S proposed a 5.15% increase, while inflation hovered around 13.5%. As negotiations progressed to stage 2, G4S insisted on us taking the offer to a ballot, which was subsequently rejected by the members.
Following protocol outlined in the recognition agreement, consultations were held through ACAS, but proved unfruitful as G4S failed to sufficiently enhance the offer. After two additional meetings, it was determined that binding arbitration was necessary.
The GMB outlined terms of reference (TOR) specifying the dates and period the pay increase should encompass. However, G4S sought to impose restrictions, capping the maximum arbitrator award at 7%. This proposition was deemed unacceptable and contrary to the agreement’s intent.
The GMB has held numerous meetings, during which G4S attempted to enhance the offer by manipulating award dates and percentages. Subsequently, they sought to utilize the 2023 award to sweeten the deal.
In response, the GMB conducted a ballot among members regarding strike action, resulting in an overwhelming mandate with over 90% supporting the strike.
G4S security guards employed on the DWP contract serve as essential workers, safeguarding civil servants and the public. On the frontline, they regularly face verbal and physical threats, placing themselves at risk. Shockingly, more than 70% of G4S DWP Guards currently earn minimum wage, a situation deemed unacceptable. These dedicated professionals, integral to community safety, deserve salaries commensurate with their responsibilities.
Both DWP and G4S must present a fair pay offer that acknowledges the vital role these workers play in protecting and serving the community.
On The Picket Line – Fair Pay for Security Read More »
GMB members in Brighton to strike over weekend of Friday 24 and Saturday 25 May
Asda Brighton workers announce strike dates Read More »
