Unite, the UK’s leading union, has negotiated a recognition agreement for its members employed by Chartwells Catering at the University of Sussex.

The agreement ensures the union’s growing membership at Chartwells, who provide catering services across the university, have collective trade union bargaining rights when it comes to pay and conditions.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Chartwells workers at the University of Sussex now have Unite firmly in their corner to deal with workplace issues and to negotiate on pay. 

“This recognition deal demonstrates how Unite’s commitment to defending the jobs, pay and conditions of its members is constantly being extended to cover a growing number of workers.”

The agreement initially covers around 75 workers, including waiting and kitchen staff.

Unite branch secretary Dan Hyndman said: “This is an excellent result for catering staff at Chartwells and is testament to the hard work put in by our reps and members on campus.

“Unite looks forward to winning them the terms and conditions enjoyed by the rest of the campus staff.”

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For media enquires ONLY contact senior Unite communications officer Ryan Fletcher on 07849 090215 or 020 3371 2065. 

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.