Unite the FCA Town Hall

We’re inviting all staff to our Unite the FCA Town Hall to find out more about Industrial Action, our aims and the impact we’re having.

About this event

In May an estimated 400 staff went out on strike in the first Industrial Action in the FCA and PSR’s history. We’re now continuously working to rule with further strikes currently planned for the 9th and 10th June.

We’re inviting all staff to attend our Unite the FCA Town Hall to find out more about our Industrial Action, aims, and impact. This is your opportunity to ask questions and give feedback to the elected Branch Officers (FCA and PSR staff) hosting the Town Hall.

What are we taking Industrial Action for?

• To confirm a ballot on Union recognition. Nikhil Rathi has admitted that the current for of staff representation isn’t working and change is needed. We agree and believe that all staff, not ExCo (not even the Union) should have the final say on Union recognition.
• For an improved ‘offer’. Most staff are now facing punishing pay cuts during a historic cost of living crisis. We want to improvements in the ‘offer’ for those worse hit so their careers, livelihoods and mortgages aren’t thrown into doubt.
• For fairer way to review performance. Grading to the curve is discriminatory and unfair, costing staff who receive a 1 or 2 up to 20% of their base salary. We believe staff should be graded on their performance, not according to targets.

Whilst we’re willing to negotiate and reach a compromise, the ball is now in ExCos’ court to come to the table and find a solution that will end the dispute. The strikes, compounded by working to rule, have had a significant impact on operations across the FCA. Responsible leadership can’t ignore this and shouldn’t ignore their staff.

This Town Hall is open to all colleagues, regardless of whether you’re a member of a Union or not. We want to ensure you have the information you need to understand what’s happening, what it means for you and if you would like to join us.

Many colleagues who are not members of Unite took part in the strikes and are now working to rule. You have the same rights to participate in industrial action as Union members, find out more about your rights in the workplace on the Government website here.

Can’t make this Town Hall? Not to worry, we’re hosting another at 5:30pm Wednesday 1st June. You can register for that Town Hall here.

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Email us at uniteatfca@gmail.com if you have any questions or would like to sign up to our weekly Newsletter.

Click here to read more about why we’re taking Industrial Action.

Click here to read the testimonies of staff who have been impacted by the FCA’s ‘offer’.

Our website also has more information on taking part in the strikes and working to rule.