"With many Tate directors receiving six-figure pay packages and five-figure bonuses while staff are condemned to in-work poverty, it is no wonder we have seen such an overwhelming vote for strike action. Our members have rightly rejected another insulting pay offer from senior Tate management, and now stand ready to take strike action that will severely impact gallery operations."
"Some 98 percent of members who cast votes were in support of the action, with nearly 88 percent of the members casting votes."
"In a recent survey by the union, more than 72 percent of PCS members at Tate said their salary is insufficient to meet basic costs of living."
"Tate director Maria Balshaw collected a salary of £221,862 ($293,064), according to the institution's annual report for 2024-25, while managing directors Karin Hindsbo and Carmel Allen earned £174,400 ($230,370) and £161,078 ($212,773) respectively."
More than 150 unionized staff across Tate Britain, Tate Modern, Tate Liverpool, and Tate St. Ives will strike from November 26 to December 2 over pay. Nearly 88 percent of members voted, with 98 percent supporting strike action. A union survey found over 72 percent of PCS members at Tate say their salary cannot meet basic living costs. Staff were offered 2–3 percent increases, below the Civil Service Pay Remit Guidance 3.25 percent maximum and potential extra 0.5 percent. Tate cut 40 roles in March and previously slashed over 300 jobs during 2020. Senior directors receive six-figure pay.
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