British Library Strike Over Pay Dispute
Around 300 workers at the British Library in London have gone on strike due to a dispute over pay, seeking an "inflation-proof pay rise" according to the Public and Commercial Services union (PCS).
The two-week strike, which will take place from 27 October to 9 November, may disrupt the opening of a major new exhibition, Secret Maps, revealing "the stories hidden in some of history’s most mysterious maps".
PCS says that their members’ key demand is for an "inflation-proof pay rise" as many employees are "forced to work second jobs and take out loans to pay their bills and meet housing costs".
The strike may also be followed by action from Tate workers, who are considering similar measures.
The British Library has increased its pay rise from 2% to 2%, but the union is pushing for a more substantial increase to keep pace with inflation.
Author's summary: British Library staff strike over pay.