Around 50 First Bus workers at several depots are in a pay dispute with the company, which they believe can afford better wages due to its profits. Unite’s general secretary supports their cause. A ballot is open until December 16, potentially leading to strikes late December, including during holidays.
Union, “Unite” yesterday confirmed that over 1,200 First Glasgow drivers have backed strike action in a dispute over pay. The bus drivers voted by 99 per cent in support of strike action on a high turnout of 77 per cent. Unite, which represents the workers, has confirmed that strike action is scheduled to start at 4am […]
First Bus, the largest bus operator in the local area is offering its driver fleet an overtime rate of £25/hour. As a shortage of bus drivers continues, and despite recruitment bonuses offered, the company still has vacancies within its Blantyre, Overtown, Scotstown, Dumbarton and Caledonia depots. A First Bus spokesperson said that the pay rise […]
Bus company ‘First Bus’ are hiring! They’re looking for trainee and qualified drivers. The job advert says: “We are looking for Trainee Bus Drivers to join our team in Glasgow at one of the following depot locations on a fixed-term contract (12 months) – Caledonia, Overtown, Blantyre, and Scotstoun.” It added: “As a trainee bus driver you will be […]
There was yet another reminder today how prevalent covid is in Lanarkshire when some staff members nearby at First Bus tested positive. Some workers at First Bus Depot at Glasgow Road, Blantyre have been asked to self isolate this week. The bus company also say there is no risk to passenger or staff safety, but […]