Unite says it has been ‘forced to reject’ London Underground’s proposals for the Olympics due to ‘totally unacceptable conditions placed on the deal by management’.
The union represents hundreds of engineering, electrical, power control and management workers employed by London Underground.
Unite and London Underground senior managers met through Acas last week but were unable to reach a deal.
John Morgan-Evans, Unite regional officer, said:
“Unite was prepared to accept the deal, but the strings attached are totally unacceptable. It would be irresponsible to accept this deal as it would put our members’ health and safety at risk.
“Our members have been asked to agree to limitless changes to hours and place of work at short notice, not only during the games but for an undefined and potentially indefinite period after the games are over.
“We can’t give London Underground a free hand to make such changes outside of the normal processes of negotiation. This has never been just about reward. It is also about protecting the health and family life of our members.”
