Weetabix workers set to strike in Northants

Workers at Weetabix’s plants in Corby and Kettering are set to strike in the new year over a dispute in shift patterns.

Usdaw workers will walk out following a breakdown in discussions between Weetabix and the union on the company’s proposal to vary shift patterns. The union’s members have voted by 91.7% for industrial action, on a turnout of 69.5%.

Ed Leach – Usdaw area organiser said: “Despite long and detailed discussions, the company has so far refused to offer a suitable financial incentives for employees who have moved shift or will be expected to move onto the new 24/7 shift pattern. As a result of the failure to agree, Usdaw conducted a ballot for industrial action and members have overwhelmingly backed a series of 24 hour strikes.

“It is deeply regrettable that the company has pushed staff to this point and we hope that they will look again at their offer, continue to negotiate with us and seek a solution that will avoid the industrial action backed by our members.”