Funeral Benefit

A funeral benefit payment is available in the event of the death of a member. Payment is made to the next of kin. 

National Accident Benefit

A full financial Grade 1 member, who having sustained an accident during the course of his/her employment at their usual place of employment and is absent from work shall be entitled to Accident Benefit. Claims can be made after 10 working days and are payable for a maximum of 11 weeks.

For further details, benefit rules and a claim form contact GMB 0300 013 3377

A summary of other GMB benefits

Dispute or lock-out pay (per week)
Grade 1 £50.00 Grade 2 £25.00 
Total disablement caused by an accident at work 
Grade 1 £4,000 Grade 2 £2,000 
Fatal accident at work
Grade 1 £4,000 Grade 2 £2,000 
Fatal accident outside work 
Grade 1 £1,100 Grade 2 £550.00

Further information can be found in the GMB rule book available on request from your local office or you can download a copy from the members’ area.