Staff on strike at the Survitec factory in Dunmurry want a 'respectful' pay offer as the company says it is committed to finding an acceptable resolution
BBC News NI
Survitec, a global manufacturer of lifeboats and emergency equipment, is hoping for an "acceptable resolution".Image caption,One worker, who has been with the company for 40 years, said she was on the picket line because she was "struggling to keep my home afloat". Another worker said the pay rises offered so far had been disrespectful to staff, particularly after their work during the Covid-19 pandemic.
He said there was a good atmosphere on the picket line, with the striking workers singing and dancing.Susan Fitzgerald from Unite said: "This is very much a strike about pay but also respect.She said the strike would continue until members received a respectful pay offer.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Store hiring during closing sale amid 'massively increased footfall'A flagship Watford store set to close soon is hiring emergency staff amid “massively increased footfall”.
Read more »
Ambulance staff 'bitten' and 'attacked', says GMB unionThe number of recorded assaults on Scottish Ambulance workers is at a five-year high, the GMB says.
Read more »
LIVE: Huge emergency services presence in country park - updatesAt least four fire engines and multiple police vehicles are in Burrs Country Park
Read more »
999 staff spat at and sexually assaultedAbuse against ambulance workers is at its highest level for at least five years as data reveals almost 10,000 cases of sexual assault, head-butting and more since 2017.
Read more »
Paul Pierce Recommends Sam Cassell as Addition to Celtics Coaching StaffCeltics great Paul Pierce believes the team should consider adding his former teammate Sam Cassell to the coaching staff next season.
Read more »
Beyoncé's mother Tina Knowles forced to return to US early due to 'emergency'Beyoncé's mum Tina Knowles was forced to cut her stay in UK short due to an 'emergency'.
Read more »