Dozens of Unite members working on maintenance and repairs in Sanctuary Housing in Hackney have escalated strike action this month. Following three days of stoppages this past week, the workers were out again on 22 and 24 April and will be out on Friday 26th April.. They are demanding a substantial pay rise above the 4% “increase” (real pay cut) imposed last year and the recognition of Unite the union for collective bargaining over pay and conditions.
The action has hit services on the Gascoyne, Kingsmead and Morningside estates where Sanctuary manages hundreds of properties. While officially a non-profit, the housing association has assets of over £5.6 billion, a surplus of £101.3 million and a CEO on £400,000 a year.
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Donate to the strike fund for Sanctuary workers
The bank details are as follows:
Account Number: 20040626
Sort Code: 608301
Account Name: Unite Housing Workers LE/1111 Branch
Please make it clear that the money is for the Sanctuary Strike when sending donations.