Successful negotiations. BT initially offered to increase wages by 2% this year and 3% net year (see our dispatch No. 100422). However, the CWU threatened with a historical strike and got a better offer: a 9.3% increase over 39 months. The CWU, which represents over 55,000 people, was originally claiming for a 5% wage increase this year.
?p=28892″>see our dispatch No. 100422). However, the CWU threatened with a historical strike and got a better offer: a 9.3% increase over 39 months. The CWU, which represents over 55,000 people, was originally claiming for a 5% wage increase this year.
Relief for BT. Ian Livingston, BT chief executive, said: “This agreement is good for BT, its employees, shareholders and customers.” Indeed, the company is going to gain more visibility and stability, and employees will enjoy financial stability.
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