The long running Warrington bin strike has ended after Unite secured an improved deal from the council.

The deal includes a dispute resolution payment as well as improvements to terms and conditions and the creation of a number of permanent full time roles for those on temporary seasonal contracts. 

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “This result was made possible by the absolute unity of our members. By standing together and taking industrial action, they ensured the council made a much-improved offer.

“This victory demonstrates yet again how Unite’s relentless focus on jobs, pay and conditions is achieving direct benefits for its members.”

Unite regional industrial officer Samantha Marshall said: “Full credit has to go to the workforce and the reps for their hard work and dedication in ensuring the industrial action was a success.”

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Email: ryan.fletcher@unitetheunion.org

Unite is Britain and Ireland’s largest union with members working across all sectors of the economy. The general secretary is Sharon Graham.