Royal mail talks with cwu
You're referring to the negotiations between Royal Mail and the Communication Workers Union (CWU)!
In 2020, Royal Mail and the CWU, which represents over 130,000 postal workers in the UK, began negotiations on a new pay deal. The talks were significant as they aimed to address concerns over job security, pay, and working conditions in the face of declining mail volumes and increasing competition from digital communication channels.
The key issues on the table included:
- Pay: The CWU was seeking a significant pay increase to help offset the impact of inflation and to recognize the value of postal workers' contributions to the economy.
- Job security: With Royal Mail's ongoing restructuring efforts, the union was concerned about potential job losses and sought assurances on the future of the workforce.
- Working conditions: The CWU wanted to improve working conditions, including reducing the workload, addressing health and safety concerns, and enhancing employee well-being.
After several rounds of talks, Royal Mail and the CWU reached a tentative agreement in October 2020. The deal included:
- Pay: A 2% pay increase in 2020, followed by a 1% increase in 2021, and a 1.5% increase in 2022.
- Job security: Royal Mail committed to maintaining the current workforce levels and not making any compulsory redundancies during the life of the agreement.
- Working conditions: The company agreed to reduce the workload, improve health and safety, and enhance employee well-being through various initiatives.
The agreement was subject to a ballot of CWU members, which resulted in a resounding "yes" vote in favor of the deal. The agreement was implemented in January 2021, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to strengthen the postal industry and protect the interests of postal workers.
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