South Gloucestershire refuse workers accept 10.1% pay deal
It means the bin strikes across the region have now been called off after a ballot by Unite union members
Bin strikes in South Gloucestershire have been officially called off - as Suez workers have secured a pay rise of more than 10 per cent.
The afternoon, it has been confirmed they voted in favour of the 10.1 per cent hike, which has been called a 'well deserved' result by the Unite Union.
In recent weeks, members at Bristol Waste and Suez in Somerset have also won pay rises after disputes.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Suez workers in South Gloucestershire stood firm in their union and secured a significantly improved offer.
"This is a well-deserved result for them and more evidence that Unite’s focus on enhancing jobs, pay and conditions is winning for our members.”
Unite regional officer Ken Fish said: “This result is another reminder that those wanting to improve their wages and working lives should join Unite and encourage their colleagues to do the same.”
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