The campaign of industrial action over pay, jobs and pensions by the Public and Commercial Services Union PCS is set to continue following a new strike ballot. The union managed to reach the threshold required for public sector strike action in 106 government departments and agencies. In Scotland, with separate negotiations on pay, PCS members have accepted an increased pay offer delivering a total increase of at least £ 2,200 (€ 2,535) for all staff earning £ 36,000 (€ 41,455) or less. The guarantee of no compulsory redundancy for all staff is extended to 31 March 2025 and there is a commitment to review the lowest pay grades and take initiatives on a shorter working week.
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