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Industrial action ballots expected after GMB rejection

Unions are expected to ballot their members on industrial action after GMB joined Unite in rejecting the employer’s 3.2% pay offer.

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By Dan Peters | 01 July 2025
Industrial action ballots expected after GMB rejection

Unions are expected to ballot their members on industrial action after GMB joined Unite in rejecting the employer's 3.2% pay offer.

GMB demanded a meeting with employers after more than three-quarters (77%) of members voted to reject the offer.

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Dan Peters

Popular articles by Dan Peters

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  2. Lewes leader vows to fight Brighton takeover plan
  3. Reform's Kent finds 'millions of pounds' of savings
  4. EXCLUSIVE: Resilience warning over shelter and evacuation plans
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