RMT suspended ScotRail strike action as pay offer goes to members
We might be a step closer to an end of strike action on the railway..
The RMT Union has announced it has suspended strike action for ScotRail staff.
It's as they agree to put a fresh pay offer from the operator to it's members through a referendum.
This means the RMT's overtime ban and proposed industrial action will be suspended pending the outcome of the vote.
ScotRail’s further improved offer includes an increase from £500 to £750 for acceptance of technology consolidated into basic pay, on top of the 5 per cent basic increase. This is in return for the acceptance of current technology, such as mobile devices for checking and selling tickets, using passenger assistance app.
This would mean an average pay increase of 7.5 per cent for general grades, which includes roles such as conductors, ticket examiners, and station staff. Salaries for lower paid staff would increase by more than 8.5 per cent.
There will also be an increase to the no compulsory redundancies job guarantee from five years to six years.
Phil Campbell, ScotRail Head of Customer Operations, said:
"We’re pleased to have reached agreement with the RMT so that our staff will have a say on our very strong pay offer. If accepted, this will deliver an average 7.5 per cent basic pay increase, job security for at least six years, and increases allowances in commission payments.
“We encourage RMT members to vote for this offer so that they can receive a well-earned pay rise and everyone at ScotRail can focus on delivering for customers across the country.”