News
BMA staff stage further strikes amid ongoing pay dispute
The staff, represented by GMB Union, walked out after the BMA did not return to negotiations following previous industrial action.
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Business
Bentley to reduce headcount amid profit drop and restructuring drive
Crewe-based manufacturer announces job cuts as it navigates tariffs, market slowdown and shift to electrification.
News
GMB secures more than £1bn in equal pay victories for women workers
The union said women employed by councils have historically been underpaid in roles dominated by women, including care, cleaning and catering.
Lead Story
Wilko staff to get £2m compensation after consultation failure
An employment tribunal ruled Wilko failed to properly consult staff before going into administration in 2023.
News
GMB Union responds to US-UK tariff deal announcement
GMB Union has cautiously welcomed the new US-UK tariff deal that could benefit workers in the whisky and automotive sectors.
Employee Relations
Amazon workers win right to present full evidence in union case
A judge at London Central Employment Tribunal ruled that evidence about Amazon’s union-busting actions will be fully heard when the case starts.
News
GMB urges council and school workers to reject 3.2% pay offer
Kevin Brandstatter said: “GMB’s committees were unanimous; this offer isn’t enough and it's shocking this full and final pay offer was made without any negotiation."
News
Amazon faces legal challenge after union vote
A total of 49.5% of the 2,600 workers who voted backed union recognition at the Midlands site in July last year, falling short by just 28 votes.
News
England and Wales councils lose nearly 600,000 workers since 2012 – GMB
Kevin Brandstatter said: “These figures are clearly appalling and show the deep and lasting damage austerity has done to our country."
News
Leisure centre closures “will rip heart from communities”, says GMB Union
Councillors in West Lancashire will be asked to vote on 26th February, 2025 to shut the Park Pool in Ormskirk and Nye Bevan in Skelmersdale.