Staff at Comhairle nan Eilean (Western Isles Council) had a very unpleasant surprise yesterday, when some of their number were told that their salaries would be cut by anything up to £12,000 per annum. This was reportedly due to an exercise in awarding people doing similar jobs similar rates of pay. For 11% of people, this would mean a cut in wages. Staff trades unions have recommended that no contracts be signed by individuals, and are organising meetings to plan a way forward.
Meanwhile, a petition is circulating amongst staff at the local Health Board against the sitting management for failing to address a £3 million shortfall. This deficit has existed for the past three years if not more, and was one of the reasons why the top tier of management was nearly completely replaced a year ago. Next Monday, the Scottish Cabinet Secretary for Health will come to Stornoway to conduct the annual review of the Health Board.
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It's always something...June:)
ReplyDeleteInteresting situation wonder what is happening to the other 89% of the people employed.... Are they in for a pay freeze ? Sybilx
ReplyDeletePay cuts aren't fair.
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