DLR Strike Ballot Over Poor Pay Offer

Submitted by rmtlondon on 23 April, 2015 - 14:27

RATES OF PAY & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 2015 – KEOLIS AMEY DOCKLANDS (DLR/0001/KAD)

In line with Union policy, a claim was submitted for a substantial increase in rates of pay and improvements to conditions of service. Following discussions with the Company, a report was received from the Lead Officer, along with further correspondence from the Branch Secretary, advising that the Company had failed to table an offer in line with our members’ aspirations.

Moving The Goal Posts: Tube Bosses Arbitrary Performance Bonus

Submitted by rmtlondon on 23 April, 2015 - 14:24

Moving the goalposts?

A few years ago LUL introduced a performance bonus for operational staff. It wasn't something the RMT asked for, or were happy about. As a Union we believe that all earnings should be consolidated, i.e. included in the salary so that it is pensionable and goes up with inflation. However, LUL wanted a system that rewarded “good performance” so decided to pay us extra if we met certain targets. Sometimes we met them and sometimes we didn't – but at least it was possible to meet them.

Displacement & Review process: New SFC News to download

Submitted by Jared on 23 April, 2015 - 13:20

LU are about to open the stations location review process.
RMT has secured some important changes to the way LU planned to run the review but there is still no agreemnet about the review process because LU will not share the criteria it is using to govern moves.
Please downoad and distribute the SFC News, which gives advice and info to all stations members.

Support Petrit Mihaj

Submitted by Eamonn Lynch on 23 April, 2015 - 12:31

Petrit Mihaj v Sodexo

Support campaign to highlight treatment of RMT rep

Petrit Mihaj worked for global outsourcing giant Sodexo for 10 years, working in the catering department on Sodexo's contract with London Underground.

Following helping to organise the workforce, Petrit was subjected to disciplinary action and eventually was dismissed.

The union successfully brought tribunal claims on his behalf, establishing that Petrit had been unfairly dismissed for his trade union activities.

One day training course - recruitment/retention & organising. May 11 & June 1

Submitted by Eamonn Lynch on 22 April, 2015 - 20:21

One day course on recruitment,retention & organising.

As you know the Senior AGS Steve Hedley has made mapping of local areas a focus of RMT recruitment/retention.
It would be hugely beneficial if local reps are able to take up the opportunity to participate on these courses.
We intend to run courses throughout the year and are hoping all local reps/activists are able to take part.
Paid release from the employer should be requested as we have a statutory right for paid training.
Should they refuse the RMT will cover loss of earnings.

MEETING CANCELLED!

Submitted by jubileesc on 22 April, 2015 - 16:06

Due to refurbishment of The Torch, the pub is currently closed and unfortunately this months branch meeting has had to be cancelled. Apologies to those who came to attend, but we were expecting the pub to be open. Please watch this space for details of next months meeting.

Pay talks update

Submitted by Eamonn Lynch on 22 April, 2015 - 10:33

To all RMT members on LUL

Today myself and senior reps met LUL directors to continue our discussions on pay in LUL for 2015.

For 5 hours of talks we forcefully made the case for a decent pay offer and also a good night tube deal for ALL EFFECTED LUL EMPLOYEES.Despite this no new offer was made by the company . The talks have adjourned now and will reconvene next Monday 27th .

Also I have requested the release of all of our reps across LUL in all functions for a report back and discussion on Wednesday 6th May (this has not been agreed by mangment yet)

Central Line Suspended As Engineers Train Derails

Submitted by rmtlondon on 21 April, 2015 - 14:09

On the news that an engineering train was derailed on the Central Line this morning, largest rail union RMT's General Secretary Mick Cash said: "RMT officials are seeking to obtain further information on the serious derailment on the Central Line last night. While the union seeks to establish the facts the incident once again throws under the spotlight the ever present issue of safety on the Underground for both staff and passengers alike."