by Linda Magill

Moray Council UNISON has reacted angrily to claims by individuals trying to force the council to create a new talking shop, and weaken the influence of staff.

Two ex union officers have been trying to force through a 'consultation' machinery in conflict with the normal bargaining processes, using new 'Information and Consultation' regulations.

Irene Sinclair, UNISON joint branch secretary said, "It is understandable employees feel disaffected after the single status bombshell which hit them last June.

"The truth is, however, that under the very regulations these people are championing, the consultation the council used then is all they would need to do. "It was the action by the staff and negotiation by the unions that got the threat withdrawn.

"These individuals are using legislation designed to help workers with no negotiating rights to undermine established procedures that are working well.

"The most effective way of having a real influence over your own conditions is to join the main union, and come to our meetings like our AGM on March 1st!"

For more information see:- www.morayunison.co.uk

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