Public Services Pension Bulletin
16 November 2011
GMB MEMBERS VOTE 4:1 IN FAVOUR OF STRIKE ACTION TO DEFEND PENSIONS
GMB members working in local government, the NHS and the civil service across England, Wales, Scotland and Nothern Ireland have voted by more than 4:1 to strike to defend pensions. The turnout was a very respectable 33%. Full results will be posted on the GMB website shortly.
This strong result gives authority to call on GMB members balloted to take part in lawful strike action on 30 November alongside millions of other public sector workers
The message to government is this: their demands are unreasonable and they need to put a better offer forward. We want to negotiate a fair deal to avoid industrial action. But our members resolve is clear, we are prepared to strike to defend our pensions.
Thank you for your fantastic support.
Brian Strutton
Brian Strutton
National Secretary - Public Services Section
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