ost office workers are on a 24-hour strike in a wage dispute on Thursday.
Members of the Communication Workers’ Union (DHW) who deliver money and supplies to sub-post offices, handle finances and do administrative work sit in line.
The CWU said the action was a protest against a 3 percent wage offer for FY 2022-23, in addition to a one-off lump sum payment of £500, and no pay increase for FY 2021-22.
CWU Assistant Secretary Andy Furey said: “The blame for this disruption rests entirely with senior post office management, who have repeatedly failed – and deliberately refused – to draft a sensible and fair compensation agreement.
“Everyone knows that the only solution is a fair pay raise that properly rewards members for their extraordinary efforts to serve the public and provide a profitable post office, while also taking into account the extreme cost of living.
“There is certainly money available, but management doesn’t want to give the workers their fair share.”
A post office spokesperson said: “We have put in place a series of emergency measures to minimize the impact of the CWU’s strike on our supply chain today.
“Our 11,500 branches are open as usual. We are disappointed that the CWU has made the decision to strike, but we remain hopeful that we can reach a wage agreement soon.”
CWU members in Crown Post Offices went on strike on Monday, also because of their salary.