The union dispute triggered by Argos’ plans to transfer 96 drivers in Leicestershire to ESL, has led to two sets of strike action involving more than 400 workers. Warehouse and admin staff will strike for six days commencing 7 June, while drivers will strike for five days, also from 7 June, after 75% of union members voted in favour of doing so. Unite stated that if Argos goes ahead with its plans, it will demand a decent severance package for anybody not wanting to work for ESL and pay, terms and conditions protected for three years for those that do agree to transfer.
The union dispute triggered by Argos’ plans to transfer 96 drivers in Leicestershire to Eddie Stobart, has led to two sets of strike action involving more than 400 workers. Warehouse and admin staff will strike for six days commencing 7 June, while drivers will strike for five days, also from 7 June, after 75% of union members voted in favour of doing so. Unite stated that if Argos goes ahead with its plans, it will demand a decent severance package for anybody not wanting to work for Eddie Stobart and pay, terms and conditions protected for three years for those that do agree to transfer.