Scottish Power Energy Network workers secure boost to pay
Unite has secured an improved pay deal for workers at Scottish Power Energy Network (SPEN) following the rejection of the first offer, the trade union confirmed today (27 August). The workers are based throughout the UK.
The 2 year deal will mean a minimum increase in year one of 5.5 per cent for all staff, with some workers receiving an additional increase depending on grading and where they are on the pay matrix. A further increase in year 2 of inflation plus 1.5 per cent (to be based on CPIH in March 2025) with the minimum award being 3.5 per cent and the maximum 5 per cent will also be applied. There is an agreement to reopen pay negotiations should CPIH in March 2025 exceed 4 per cent.
From April 1st 2025, the “2 hour standby” payment deduction, currently in place for those in receipt of an annualised standby payment, will be removed; the annualised standby payment itself will not be affected. The pay rates for some workers will depend on grading.
The deal, which was accepted by 72 per cent of Unite members will improve the pay of hundreds of workers and should be in pay packets in September.
Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “Unite members were prepared to stand firm in their fight for improved pay. This win has shown once again that it pays to be in a union.”
Esther O’Hara, Unite industrial officer, said: “The pay settlement accepted by our members in SPEN was delivered following the tenacity of our members in staying firm in seeking an improvement. SPEN workers have made it clear that if you want better jobs, pay and conditions then join Unite.”