The first phase of the strike is due to finish on Thursday, September 1. The second phase of industrial action is now scheduled to begin on Tuesday, September 6 and finish on Tuesday, September 13.
Is Glasgow Cleansing Dept still on strike?
Cleansing workers in Glasgow are still striking today, and a second phase of industrial action is planned for September, as rubbish starts piling up. The GMB, Unison and Unite unions were in talks with local authority body Cosla on Sunday, but it is understood an offer has now been made to halt the actions.
How long is the Glasgow bin strike?
Workers are going on strike for seven days in hopes to reach an agreement for a pay rise in the wake of the cost of living crisis. After the refusal of an increase in the wages from COSLA, the umbrella body representing council workers, no agreement has been reached between the two parties.
Are Glasgow schools going on strike?
Strike action in schools across Glasgow has been called off after a fresh pay offer was made to council workers. A new deal has been offered to striking staff in primary schools and nurseries after the intial offer of a 5% pay increase was rejected.
What’s happening with the bins in Glasgow?
The Bin Replacement Programme is investing in local neighbourhoods and has removed 48,000 small metal dustbins from the backcourts/common bin areas of flats and tenements and replaced them with larger wheeled bins free of charge. We have also providing 31,000 extra recycling bins.
Are Glasgow refuse collectors on strike?
Strike action scheduled to affect cleansing services from 6-13 September was suspended following an agreement at national pay negotiations between COSLA on behalf of all Scottish local authorities and the trade unions. The trade unions are now consulting with their members on whether to accept the pay agreement.
Is Glasgow refuse strike over?
Glasgow bin strikes to continue as pay deal rejected – what to do with rubbish. Bin strikes are set to continue in Glasgow and around Scotland after a pay deal thought to be in the region of £1,925 was rejected.
Is the Scottish bin strike over?
Bin strikes in Scotland called off after GMB union agrees pay deal for council workers. EXCLUSIVE: The GMB union has revealed its members gave a thumbs-up to the offer after a ballot.
Has the bin strike ended in Scotland?
The pay dispute has led to piles of rubbish building up in Scottish city centres. Waste and education strikes across Scotland have been suspended after trade unions said they would put a new pay offer to members.
Are bin men back to work Glasgow?
Bin workers in Glasgow will return to work on September following 12 days of strike action as they consider new proposals from the council.
Is Glasgow school strike cancelled?
Scotland school and waste service strikes called off after ‘credible’ pay offer.
Will Scottish schools close due to strikes?
A total of 12 councils in Scotland are expecting to be affected by the strikes which will see schools and nurseries close “in the interests of providing a safe environment for pupils and staff”.
Are Scottish schools going back 2022?
Pupils return- Wednesday 17 August 2022. Monday 19 September 2022, autumn holiday.
How much do Glasgow bin workers get paid?
Average £10.69 per hour
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Are Glasgow bin workers on strike?
THE bin strike is now in full force as council workers walk out on the third day of industrial action in Glasgow. Residents have been warned to expect “significant and widespread disruption” to their bin collections in the coming weeks.
Can I keep my bins at the front of my house?
Bin Placement
It’s a good idea to keep bins at the side or rear of your house to avoid smells in front of your home. But don’t forget to be careful when leaving bins out for the bin men. Don’t block driveways, bus stops, cycle paths or footpaths.
How much do bin collectors get paid UK?
Bin Man Salaries
| Job Title | Salary |
|---|---|
| Biffa Bin Man salaries – 12 salaries reported | £21,225/yr |
| British Council Bin Man salaries – 6 salaries reported | £23,305/yr |
| ASDA Bin Man salaries – 2 salaries reported | £23/hr |
| Birmingham City Council Bin Man salaries – 2 salaries reported | £23,430/yr |
What do refuse collectors earn UK?
Average £11.07 per hour.
How do I dispose of old furniture in Glasgow?
If items are in good condition, Residents can use Zero Waste Scotland’s National Re-use Tool and donate these items to charity. Alternatively, Residents can dispose of items free of charge at our Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC) or can arrange a Bulky Waste collection.
Why are ScotRail employees striking?
ScotRail services have faced widespread disruption as staff staged a 24-hour strike. The industrial action follows the RMT union’s rejection of the latest pay offer made to non-driving rail workers. Dispatchers, station staff, conductors, ticket examiners and cleaners were among staff who were not working.
Why are ScotRail workers on strike?
ScotRail workers are set to strike next week after employees rejected the company’s latest pay offer. Services will face widespread disruption when the train operator’s union members take part in the latest strike action over a pay dispute.