Improved offer comes after threat of strike action that could have seen pumps run dry in the south west

 
Industrial action by tanker drivers based in Bristol has been averted at the last minute after workers received an improved pay offer.
 
Tanker drivers at Oxalis will now be balloted on the offer and have suspended their planned continuous strikes that were due to begin today (6 July).
 
Unite regional officer Alan Adler said: "As a gesture of goodwill, our members have agreed to suspend strike action while they consider a new and improved pay offer from their employer."
 
The ballot closes on Friday 10th July. Should it be successful all strike action will be cancelled and tanker drivers will continue to work as usual. If unsuccessful strike action could quickly resume.
 

David Carnell

Senior Communications Adviser

07718 666592