Unite, the UK’s leading union, has landed a monumental pay increase for parking enforcement officers in Slough, following successful industrial action last month. 

The 40 workers employed by Saba Park Services have achieved a total pay increase of 25.6% since strike ballots were opened last April. Taking the lowest hourly pay to £13.20 from its original £10.50.

Further to a current rise, Unite achieved a continuous pay increase to match the RPI rate of inflation over the next two years. 

Unite, who saw its membership triple at Saba Park Services from 13 to 40 members, also established recognition during negotiations. As well as electing two workplace representatives and a health and safety officer.

Unite general secretary, Sharon Graham, said: “This win highlights the power of industrial action, the collective and further negotiation.

“We are dedicated to improving and defending the jobs, pay and conditions of our members. That is apparent here as we worked tirelessly to secure an increase that will continue to rise over the coming years, having a positive and lasting impact on our hardworking members.” 

This victory for Unite comes after Slough’s Conservative council previously washed its hands of the dispute. It stated that it didn’t believe it has a role to play in the negotiations.

Unite regional officer, Richard White, said: “Over the last year we have seen our membership rocket at Saba Park Services, highlighting how important it is to come together to work towards a common goal.

“The increase, as well as monumental recognition and new representatives, will have massive improvements on the workplace for current and future employees of Saba Park Services.”

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