Aberdeen and Glasgow airport strikes averted after security workers accept pay offer
Around 300 ICTS central search employees were set for strike action during the summer holiday rush.
Potential strikes at two Scottish airports have been called off following an accepted pay offer.
Around 300 ICTS central search employees were set for summer holiday strike action at Aberdeen and Glasgow airports in a dispute over pay.
The workers deal with passengers in the security search areas and process them for flights.
They also cover mobile patrols, control access points, screen all deliveries and deal with emergency services.
Around 200 Unite members from Glasgow and 100 at Aberdeen were balloted on industrial action ahead of the summer rush.
Increased pay offer
After rejecting the first offer of a 4% pay increase backdated to January and a one off £500 payment, Unite has confirmed its members have overwhelmingly accepted an improved pay offer, ending the dispute.
The pay deal delivers a basic pay rise of 5%, a one-off payment of £500 and an enhancement to the shift allowance of 75p per hour, which is an uplift worth around 5.9%, is also included in the deal.
The overall pay package is estimated to be worth up to 12.8% for some workers at ICTS.
In addition, 15 full time posts will be created which will initially be advertised to existing part-time staff.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Unite’s members employed by ICTS at Aberdeen and Glasgow airports have overwhelmingly backed an improved pay deal."
“Unite has delivered another significant win for airport workers in Scotland. The latest wage win sends a clear message that if you want to secure a boost to your jobs, pay and conditions then join Unite.”
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