The new offer will now go to a ballot
Strikes by firefighters have been postponed following an increased pay offer during lengthy talks with employers, it was announced on Thursday.
The FBU said it will have an 'honest and sober' discussion of the offer, adding it still amounts to a real-terms pay cut given the rate of inflation. Matt Wrack, FBU general secretary, said: "This offer is testament to the power of collective action through the Fire Brigades Union.
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