Hundreds of JCB jobs safeguarded after deal struck

Hundreds of workers at JCB on temporary contracts have been moved to full-time work after a campaign by GMB Union.

The 300 new jobs, spread across eight sites in the West Midlands, signal a turnaround for a workforce that was facing more than 900 permanent and 720 temporary job cuts at the start of the pandemic.

Stuart Harrison, GMB regional organiser, said:  “Yet again our fantastic workplace reps have saved jobs and secured the future for their members.

“Union workers at JCB have defended themselves throughout the pandemic and as a result, not a single one has lost their job.

“We expect to win even more permanent contracts for our members by year’s end.”