As reported by News OnTheWight last weekend, the GMB Union announced they were balloting their members who are employed by Amey as waste, streets and recycling operatives and drivers about strike action.
The GMB said long-term strike action, throughout June and into July, could take place unless Amey and Isle of Wight council agreed to meet with them to discuss a rise in workers’ hourly pay.
Amey: No collective bargaining unit to negotiate pay
Today (Friday) an Amey spokesperson told News OnTheWight,
“Amey is extremely disappointed that the GMB union are pushing ahead with balloting members on strike action, particularly when the GMB Trade Union does not have a recognition agreement for the Isle of Wight contract and there is no collective bargaining unit to negotiate pay.
“Amey is in positive direct dialogue with our employees on the Isle of Wight contract and we are confident we can reach an agreement on this issue without resorting to such action.”
Amey: Committed to supporting our employees
The spokesperson went on to add,
“Amey provides services for the Isle of Wight Festival outside of the contract that it holds with the Isle of Wight Council and potential strike action would not affect our delivery. Amey has established routes of communication with the organisers of the festival to ensure they are kept informed.
“We fully appreciate the critical role our employees play and are committed to supporting them through this process while ensuring there will be no disruption to our services.”
