Strike action in West Dunbartonshire has been averted as a two-year pay deal has been accepted.
Unite and GMB members joined UNISON members in voting to accept the latest two-year pay offer from COSLA, which set out 4% increase in 25/26 and a 3.5% in 26/27.
The pay offer covers almost all council workers apart from teachers.
He said: “I'm delighted that the successfully negotiated two-year pay settlement has lifted the looming threat of strike action.
"I am pleased with the outcome, as the absence of industrial action over pay for the next two years brings immense relief to our staff, as well as to the individuals and families who rely on key council services.
“Our trade unions have been proactive in advocating for better pay for their members, while maintaining a measured approach and recognising the significant funding challenges faced by all Scottish councils this year and in the years ahead.
“It’s vital that we receive the pay circular promptly, allowing our payroll team to update rates and ensure staff receive their well-deserved backdated pay, effective from April 2025.”
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Graham McNab, Unite’s lead negotiator for local government, said: “Scottish council workers have given their backing to a decent pay rise covering the next two years.
"We are pleased the negotiations were held in a far more productive way this year than in the past, and this should set a benchmark for future years.”
Sharon Graham, Unite general secretary, said: “The deal negotiated by Unite will boost pay packets and provide stability for our members. Unite is once again delivering better jobs, pay and conditions for our Scottish council members.”
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