The UNISON NJC Committee met on the 22nd May to consider negotiations on the 2007 pay claim. The pay claim for 2007 was for 5% or £1,000 whichever is the greater. It included improvements in annual leave, increases to sleep in and night allowances plus a 35 hour working week. In response the employer made an offer of 2% in March 2007. This was immediately rejected by the TU side. Since then there have been 2 further meetings.
At a meeting of the NJC Executive on the 21st May the employers set out their response to Unisons rejection of the 2% offer. Although no formal offer was made at the meeting they stated they might consider 2.5% on the total NJC pay bill.
Inflation is currently 4.5% and average earnings are increasing at 3.7%. The cost of childcare,housing and fuel remain high. Tax credits and child benefit thresholds have only increased by 2.5 - 3%. The employers suggested package, while being higher than that offered to NHS staff would still amount to a real pay cut for us all.
We have been asked to get a sounding from members on what they think about the offer. So please let us know what you think. Our email address is doncaster@unison.wanadoo.co.uk or you can write to us at Hallcross House or email any of the convenors.
We all deserve a better offer than this so let's have your comments!!
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