Thousands of staff members of Royal Mail have launched a series of strikes that are set to disrupt services in the run-up to the busy Christmas season.
Members of the Communications Workers Union (CWU) walked out on Dec. 9, and are expected to continue striking on Dec. 11, 14, 15, 23, and 24.
CWU General Secretary Dave Ward said Royal Mail imposed a 2 percent pay increase on members without consultation and is refusing to treat employees with respect.
“Royal Mail bosses are risking a Christmas meltdown because of their stubborn refusal to treat their employees with respect,” he said, adding, “This can be resolved if Royal Mail begin treating their workers with respect, and meet with the union to resolve this dispute.”…