Around 250 engineers threatened to strike
Engineers from Marshalls Aerospace have called off strike action. In July, the Unite union announced that around 250 employees from Marshall Aerospace, based at Cambridge Airport, were balloting for strike action in a dispute over pay.
The workers included engineers who maintain the C-130 Hercules aircraft and manufacture auxiliary fuel tanks for the Boeing P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft. A pay rise of 5.75 per cent for base pay and allowances has been agreed, therefore calling off strike action.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “A huge well done to the workers at Marshall Aerospace who stood their ground, voted for strike action and won a much-improved pay offer.
“Once again, Unite’s complete dedication to achieving better jobs, pay and conditions is putting money in workers’ pockets.”
The company initially put forward a 4.5 per cent increase for pay. However, workers rejected this offer and voted for industrial action in July.
Unite regional officer Neil Moore added: “This is a fantastic result for our members and one they should be proud of. It demonstrates the power of collective bargaining when it is backed by an organised, united and determined membership.
“Every member who voted, supported the campaign and was prepared to stand together contributed to this result. Their collective strength delivered this deal.”
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