School support workers, cleaning staff and janitors in 24 Scottish council areas are currently on strike amid a pay dispute
The revised offer given by local government body COSLA would see a minimum wage increase of £2,006 for those currently on the Scottish living wage rate, while it would see a minimum increase of £1,929 for workers currently earning above this rate. The living wage would effectively rise to £11.89 from £10.85 - around a 9.6% increase.
Lilian Macer, Unison’s Scottish secretary, said: “The offer we’re looking for is significantly above what has been offered. We are seeking theto come round the table with Cosla, with Unison, to negotiate a fair pay settlement for local government workers in Scotland. It’s imperative that the First Minister move away from the cameras, move away from the press releases and come into the room and talk to Unison.
“The first we heard from the First Minister was last night, asking us, urging us not to take action. If you are serious about discussions with Unison, pick up the phone and as Scottish secretary I’ll be there.”
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