LONDON – The threat of strikes by postal workers in London in a dispute over jobs was lifted yesterday when a deal was reached with the Royal Mail.
The Communication Workers Union said that following weeks of intensive talks, guarantees had been given of no compulsory redundancies in the capital.
Dave Ward, the union’s deputy general secretary, said: “Negotiations have been difficult, but the agreement we have breaks new ground on job security for postal workers... These employment safeguards are among the very best in the UK.
“Royal Mail and the union have committed to a new joint consultation of staff in London to give them real choice over their futures. It means every existing full and part-time employee who wants to remain in Royal Mail employment can now do so.
“There is also more money available for people who transfer, improved job allocation procedures and better commitments on transport issues,” he said.