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- 20 October 2022
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Royal Mail has seen its postal workers out on strike in force today with strong resolve among the members of the Communications Workers Union (CWU).
In Dorset for example, there was a 100% adherence to the strike action at the Dorset Mail Centre in Bournemouth. Just six postal workers crossed the picket line at the Portland Delivery Office – the only office open in 30 or so miles radius of the island.
The two sides remain far apart as the war of words gets personal. CWU general secretary Dave Ward said: “Instead of sitting down and sorting out his problems like an adult, Simon Thompson chose to be a vanishing act instead.
“When someone like him earns £62,750 a month and can give himself six-figure bonuses, it is a disgrace that he sees it fit to disrespect our members in such a way.
“Simon can’t dodge the reality that a mood of rebellion is sweeping postal workers who won’t accept Thompson’s hostile and bizarre behaviour.
“Postal workers go above and beyond every day and they deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. We won’t be backing down until we get just that.”
In response, a Royal Mail spokesperson said: “On Friday, 14 October, we announced losses of £219 million in the first half of the year.
“This once again demonstrates the urgent need for Royal Mail to change.
“Further strike action would materially increase our losses for the full year and may necessitate further operational restructuring and job losses.
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