STUC: Widespread support for public sector pay action shows Scottish Government and COSLA must act now

STUC General Secretary's Statement - Tuesday 23 September 2008:

"Speaking ahead of tomorrow’s local government strike amongst members of GMB, UNISON and UNITE Grahame Smith, Scottish TUC General Secretary, said:

“I have every reason to believe that local government workers will show massive support for tomorrow’s action. Thousands of low paid public service workers simply cannot afford to see their standard of living fall further. There is enormous disappointment that, having recognized the justice of the pay claim, COSLA has not increased its original offer of 2.5%. They will need to do so if future action is to be averted.”"

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Message of Support for UNISON Scotland
from Alex in Paisley

"Concierges in Renfrewshire began their strike at midnight. We were joined by our Branch Secretary Mark Ferguson. Come on Scotland we can do this!"

Alex

UNISON Scotland Day of Action Google Map - Paisley

Message of Support from Past President Nancy (Coull) Flynn

Just wanted to wish all local government members the very best of wishes for the strike on 20th August. I know how hard it is for members, and especially the lower paid, to take action and lose a days pay. The time comes though when we have to say ‘enough is enough!’ All we want is a fair days pay for a fair days work. With inflation running at over 4% and probably worse to come, it is time to take a stand.

My daughter and brother are both members of the Fife Branch and will be playing their part on Wednesday. Sorry, I can’t be with you but GOOD LUCK TO ALL.

Nancy Flynn (Coull)
Past President
and former Scottish NEC member

Heather Wakefield Video: Supporting local government workers in Scotland

Message of Support from Heather Wakefield, UNISON Head
of Local Government

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http://www.youtube.com/user/UNISONScotland