British union Unite has begun preparations to strike against Menzies World Cargo’s imposition of a two-year pay freeze on its staff at London Heathrow.
The union will soon take a ballot of its members to decide if a strike is the correct action to take.
According to the union, recent talks with management broke down before the parties found a resolution. Union officials said they are ready to go back to the bargaining table.
“It beggars belief that a company making millions in profits is freezing workers’ pay for two years,” Unite’s Oliver Richardson said in a statement. “Our members have delivered these profits for Menzies and they view Menzies’ refusal to recognize their contribution as an act of greed. Unite will be balloting for strike action very shortly but hope the company will see sense and get back around the negotiating table.” – Jon Ross
Possible strike by Menzies World Cargo workers
