GMB Union has responded to the Local Government pay offer, affecting more than one million workers, which was made today.

Rachel Harrison, GMB National Secretary, said:

“GMB has received the local government pay offer from the LGA, affecting more than one million workers.

“On the face of it, the deal looks disappointing - a cash lump sum of £1,290 equating to just 5.7 per cent for the lowest paid.

“The LGA rejected our claims for a shorter working week, additional days’ leave and a commitment to work towards a minimum of £15 an hour.

“However GMB will now speak to our local government and schools committees to decide our position on the offer and will then ballot all members.”

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