Scotland’s largest local government union, UNISON, says strike preparations could begin as early as next week as tensions grow over pay.
UNISON says it had hoped to have a deal agreed with local government employers as close to the April 1 implementation date as possible. But despite UNISON submitting its pay claim in January, it is still awaiting a response from COSLA.
David O’Connor, UNISON local government organiser, said: “COSLA has to understand the growing anger among local government workers over how they are treated year after year in pay negotiations.
“It is no wonder local government workers are left feeling disappointed and frustrated when their employers haven’t even bothered to respond to the pay claim.
“Without investment in the local government workforce there will be no public services – COSLA must recognise local government workers for the vital services they provide and ensure they are fairly rewarded.”
Further details can be found on the UNISON Scotland website