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The construction industry could face severe cement shortages if lorry drivers employed by Hanson vote for strike actions in a pay dispute on the Castle Cement contract<\/h2>\n

The 200-plus lorry drivers<\/a> and engineers, who are members of Unite<\/a>, have rejected a pay offer of 2.5% for this year. With the RPI inflation rate currently at 3.9%, this amounts to a pay cut.<\/p>\n

The workforce is also deeply unhappy about the high-handed management style and a marked lack of dignity at work.<\/p>\n

The drivers deliver dry cement. They supply large construction projects, including Hinkley Point, HS2, Sellafield and Thames Tideway.\u00a0They also supply building product companies including Jewson and Marshalls.<\/p>\n

If strikes do occur, then both large and small construction projects<\/a> could swiftly run out of cement as many only have limited storage facilities.<\/p>\n

\u2018A pay increase which recognises their hard work and dedication\u2019<\/h3>\n

Unite national officer Adrian Jones, said:\u00a0\u201cOur members are simply not going to accept a pay offer which amounts to a pay cut in real terms.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith the ongoing driver shortage<\/a>, our members are seeking a pay increase which recognises their hard work and dedication.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf strikes do occur then it will have major implications for the construction industry. Supplies of cement will quickly run out,\u00a0which will result in projects being delayed.<\/p>\n

\u201cHanson\u2019s is simply not giving its drivers the respect they deserve. This is apparent in their working conditions and their pay.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe solution is in Hanson\u2019s hands. The company needs to return to the negotiating table and demonstrate genuine changes to the way our members are managed and make an offer on pay that reflects the current challenges in the industry and the commitment our members give to the company.<\/p>\n

\u201cUnite is dedicated to advancing the jobs, pay and conditions of its members and will fight back against any efforts to diminish workers’ living standards.\u201d<\/p>\n

The ballot will open on\u00a0Friday 10 September\u00a0and close on\u00a0Friday 23 September.\u00a0If members vote for strike action industrial action could begin this October.<\/p>\n

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