Amazon faces legal challenge over workers’ rights revelations
GMB Union has today filed legal proceedings against Amazon
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2024
Northern Ireland education workers ready to strike over budget
Northern Ireland’s education workers say they are ready to strike
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Amazon faces legal challenge after workers rights revelations
Retail giant is pressuring workers to give up their collective rights, says GMB.
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Industrial action hits defence manufacturing giant Rolls-Royce
GMB members working on the company’s nuclear submarine programme have begun industrial action.
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DWP – Industrial Action Notice Served – Copy
23rd April 2024
INDUSTRIAL ACTION DATES SERVED ON G4S
Dear GMB Members,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and we want to reiterate again our thanks to members for your patience.
We have now served the formal legal notice of the following strike dates in May:
- From 00.00 on Tuesday 7th May 2024 to 23.59 on Wednesday 8th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Monday 13th May 2024 to 23.59 on Monday 13th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Monday 20th May 2024 to 23.59 on Monday 20th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Tuesday 28th May 2024 to 23.39 on Wednesday 29th May 2024
These dates have been identified by your GMB LNC as looking to have maximum impact on operations in May.
As previously discussed members who participate in the strike action will be eligible for support, and it has been agreed that this will be £70 each day. Each Region will determine the eligibility for this support and they will also lead on the location and operation of pickets in your GMB Regions.
To support this, on Wednesday 30th a number of GMB Regions will look to host online meetings with GMB members to discuss and outline their regional plans – you will receive specific invites to each meeting direct from your Region.
It is also important to note that it is not appropriate for Company representatives to question members on whether they are participating in the strike action – you are not obliged to answer any questions and if you are asked please ensure you notify your local LNC Rep and/or GMB Officer.
As you can see below, in October 2022 the Company described their pay offer as “disappointing” and actually sought additional funds from the DWP, however when that was rejected, the Company began to describe the offer as ‘great’.
Since then almost nothing has changed, with the Company refusing to contribute any meaningful additional funds to secure a settlement, and instead constantly using virtually the same pot of money in different ways.
Both DWP and G4S now need to come back to the table with a proper offer that addresses the cost of living crisis that members experienced and was acknowledged at the start of the talks, and this must involve additional funds.
We also need to reinforce that only GMB members will have a say in resolving this dispute and securing a settlement. If you have colleagues who are not in GMB – regardless if they are members of another union – ultimately they will not have a say in this dispute – if they want a say then they need to join GMB here: https://www.gmb.org.uk/join-gm…
In solidarity,
GMB DWP LNC and GMB National Officer
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DWP – Industrial Action Notice Served
23rd April 2024
INDUSTRIAL ACTION DATES SERVED ON G4S
Dear GMB Members,
We hope this newsletter finds you well and we want to reiterate again our thanks to members for your patience.
We have now served the formal legal notice of the following strike dates in May:
- From 00.00 on Tuesday 7th May 2024 to 23.59 on Wednesday 8th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Monday 13th May 2024 to 23.59 on Monday 13th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Monday 20th May 2024 to 23.59 on Monday 20th May 2024
- From 00.00 on Tuesday 28th May 2024 to 23.39 on Wednesday 29th May 2024
These dates have been identified by your GMB LNC as looking to have maximum impact on operations in May.
As previously discussed members who participate in the strike action will be eligible for support, and it has been agreed that this will be £70 each day. Each Region will determine the eligibility for this support and they will also lead on the location and operation of pickets in your GMB Regions.
To support this, on Wednesday 30th a number of GMB Regions will look to host online meetings with GMB members to discuss and outline their regional plans – you will receive specific invites to each meeting direct from your Region.
It is also important to note that it is not appropriate for Company representatives to question members on whether they are participating in the strike action – you are not obliged to answer any questions and if you are asked please ensure you notify your local LNC Rep and/or GMB Officer.
As you can see below, in October 2022 the Company described their pay offer as “disappointing” and actually sought additional funds from the DWP, however when that was rejected, the Company began to describe the offer as ‘great’.
Since then almost nothing has changed, with the Company refusing to contribute any meaningful additional funds to secure a settlement, and instead constantly using virtually the same pot of money in different ways.
Both DWP and G4S now need to come back to the table with a proper offer that addresses the cost of living crisis that members experienced and was acknowledged at the start of the talks, and this must involve additional funds.
We also need to reinforce that only GMB members will have a say in resolving this dispute and securing a settlement. If you have colleagues who are not in GMB – regardless if they are members of another union – ultimately they will not have a say in this dispute – if they want a say then they need to join GMB here: https://www.gmb.org.uk/join-gm…
In solidarity,
GMB DWP LNC and GMB National Officer
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More than 1,000 job centre security guards to strike
Staff employed by G4S to work at the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will walk out across the country
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DWP – Industrial Action Ballot Result
Bulletin No April 2024
GMB
Industrial Action Ballot Result
April 2024
Dear members,
Please see below details of the recent ballot.
TRADE UNION AND LABOUR RELATIONS (CONSOLIDATION) ACT 1992 SECTION 231
Industrial Action Ballot at G4S Secure Solutions (UK) Limited
The results of this ballot for industrial action are:
- NUMBER OF INDIVIDUALS ENTITLED TO VOTE IN THE BALLOT – 915
- NUMBER OF VOTES CAST – 533
- VOTES CAST IN THE BALLOT AS A % OF INDIVIDUALS WHO WERE ENTITLED TO VOTE – 58.25%
- NUMBER OF “YES” VOTES – 503 (94.37%)
- NUMBER OF “NO” VOTES – 30 (5.63%)
- NUMBER OF SPOILED OR OTHERWISE INVALID VOTING PAPERS – 0
The Employer has been made aware of the result.
Please see the scrutineer’s report here:
gmb-u1143-1-g4s-secure-solutions-(uk)-05-april-2024.pdf
Thank you to all members who voted in the ballot – your GMB LNC will now convene to agree next steps.
Yours in union,
GMB National Officer
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Branch Meeting Reminder
Reminder
The G36 Branch Meeting will be taking place on:
Friday 15th March 2024
All Branch Activists and Members are Welcome to Attend.
The meeting will start at 10am – The meeting is a Hybrid and can be joined in person at the Welling Office or Online.
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Private Security Industry: A Call for Collaboration and Investment
The growth of the private security industry in the UK presents a collective challenge that requires a collaborative approach. It is essential for us, as a society, to ensure a sustained and elevated standard of professionalism within this sector. This necessitates a genuine commitment to investment from private security providers, not only in the enforcement training but also in areas such as integrated technologies, social care, and health and safety.
Professional security personnel regularly face diverse encounters with individuals from all walks of life, often in demanding conditions. Despite the multifaceted skill set required for this role, the industry has yet to make adequate investments in honing these essential capabilities. Addressing this gap is crucial for the overall advancement of the industry.
Additionally, the industry must rectify the inadequacies in remuneration and employment terms. Currently, a significant portion of security professionals receive remuneration at or just above the minimum wage, with no other contractual benefits, overtime is paid at standard rates and everything else is calculated at the statutory minimum which deters potential candidates from considering this profession. This disparity not only undermines the industry’s appeal but also signals a clear lack of regard for the professional status attached to security professionals.
To instigate change, a collaborative effort is imperative. Education plays a vital role, both for service providers and the general public, in fostering a deeper understanding of the crucial services offered by the private security industry. By collectively advocating for improved working conditions, fair compensation, and comprehensive investments in professional development, we can strive towards a more equitable and respected private security sector that truly serves the needs of our society.
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