"Rubbish could pile up in an area of east London over Christmas in a dispute at what bin collectors say is poor pay. GMB Union members voted by 97 per cent to take the industrial action against their employer FCC Environment, which provides the services on behalf of Waltham Forest Council. The strikes have been looming since the summer when outsourced workers rejected a 2.8 per cent increase, then a follow-up offer of 3.2 per cent."
"Walkouts are due to take place between December 10-12, 17-19 and 22-23 as well as January 2 and 5-9. According to reports, bin collectors in London typically earn between 21,867 and 39,335 per year, with an average of around 29,328 or 14 per hour. Top earners can get 51,220, depending on experience and location. Specific job roles like driving a lorry attracts higher income."
"GMB regional organiser Mary Goodson said: Our members still have not been offered a decent pay uplift, leaving them no choice but to take strike action. We are willing to get back round the table if FCC come back to us with fair offer. Throughout negotiations, the GMB has also raised concerns over inadequate staff facilities at the waste depot and insufficient water supplies for workers."
GMB Union members voted by 97 per cent to take industrial action against FCC Environment, which provides waste services for Waltham Forest Council. Strike dates are December 10-12, 17-19, 22-23 and January 2 and 5-9. Outsourced workers rejected a 2.8 per cent pay offer and a follow-up 3.2 per cent offer. London bin collectors typically earn between 21,867 and 39,335 per year, averaging around 29,328 (14 per hour), with top earners up to 51,220. Union members report inadequate staff facilities and insufficient water supplies. FCC states its door remains open to talks but will not negotiate through the media, while the council describes the dispute as between FCC and its staff and urges a swift resolution so pay increases can be paid in time for Christmas.
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