'We can no longer sit back and be forced into workplace poverty.'
Glasgow is set to be hit by strike action which could impact cleansing, catering, janitorial, support staff and cleaners, after workers rejected a 2% pay increase offered by COSLA and said it was “insulting” in the face of a cost of living and energy crisis
"GMB members have had enough of insulting pay offers as they battle the cost of living crisis we can no longer sit back and be forced into workplace poverty the only way to kick the economy is to start with a pay rise that is in line with inflation so then we start spending in the local economy and communities that are suffering.
"Council workers south of the border yesterday were offered a flat rate uplift of £1925, which for those on the lowest pay equates to a 10.5% increase. You have to wonder why council workers north of the border have only been offered a measly 2% increase when the cost of living continues to spiral. UNISON have been calling for a flat rate payment to help those on lower incomes. Most council workers earn less than £25k per year.
The Scottish Government says it has no formal role in local government pay negotiations and that it and COSLA are working jointly to explore all options available to find a solution. “In the meantime, the Scottish Government urges all parties to continue dialogue and seek a resolution which avoids industrial action.”
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