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| Fuel tanker drivers are threatening action over pay dispute |
Talks to avert Shell drivers strike
The union Unite has warned of industrial action by 500 drivers who supply fuel to Shell garages unless a row over pay is resolved.
The drivers, most of whom are employed by Hoyer on Shell contracts, voted last week in favour of industrial action in support of a union campaign for a minimum wage of £36,000 instead of the current £34,000.
The union said Shell was making huge profits but accused the company of forcing through cost cutting in its supply chain.
National officer Ron Webb said: “Our members’ dedication helps Shell make vast profits. All they are asking for in return is a living wage – one that reflects their skills, their heavy working week and helps make ends meet at a time when every worker in the country is being hit hard by rising fuel and food prices.”
Hoyer said it has offered a 6% pay rise, adding that drivers already earned more than £36,000.
The pay offer would lead to average salaries of about £38,500, said the company.
Union officials are not confident of an early breakthrough in the dispute.
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