500 jobs to be created at JCB as union secures deal

Manufacturing giant JCB has agreed a significant pay boost for members at the firm in a deal which includes the creation of 500 jobs.

After weeks of campaigning and negotiations with the company, workers will now receive a 10% pay rise along with a £2500 cash payment for all workers in the group, including agency staff.

The outcome includes the creation of 500 new permanent jobs through the JCB agency provider Global Guidant.

Stuart Harrison, GMB Organiser, said: “This is great news for our members, both JCB employed workers and the agency members employed by Global Guidant.

“In the middle of a cost of living crisis, this pay boost will make a huge difference.

“We also welcome the news that JCB have committed to a huge job creation programme which will see 500 new jobs created for local people.

“GMB Reps and members have faced tough negotiations, but their campaign has delivered a substantial rise and a big win for our members.”