Strikes planned by warehouse workers at Oxford’s MINI plant over “inadequate” pay have been postponed following a new pay offer.
The 180 Warehouse staff and shunter drivers were planning the strikes over an “inadequate” pay offer. The union Unite said strikes are likely to have a “significant” impact on production at MINI.
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However, the employer Rudolph & Hellman have tabled a new pay offer.
Unite said if the workers reject the pay offer, strikes scheduled for May 10, 12, 17 and 19 will go ahead.
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Unite regional officer Scott Kemp said: “Following talks with Rudolph & Hellman, an improved offer was put forward by the company.
“Strikes have now been postponed and we will be balloting our members on whether the new deal meets their aspirations.”
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