DFM welcomes agreement in Glasgow equal pay talks

Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth said:

I am pleased that Glasgow City Council has now reached agreement with the joint trade unions.

I have been involved in intensive discussions in recent weeks, and this is the result of lengthy and detailed negotiations between Glasgow City Council, Unite, GMB and Unison. I would like to thank all of those who have worked tirelessly for their efforts in reaching this positive outcome.

The revised proposal, facilitated by additional financial support from the Scottish Government, enables the council to end pay discrimination and protect all staff from any reduction in their pay until April 2030.

It is welcome that we are now in a position where no dismissal letters will be issued, and there is no prospect of fire and rehire, and I hope that this is reassuring for staff.