Scottish refinery strike to go ahead after ACAS talks fail

24 April 2008

"Unite's negotiators were disappointed with the company's refusal to withdraw controversial pensions plans and therefore the two-day strike will go ahead.

"Although the strike has not been averted, Unite and the company have reached an agreement that will maintain the safety of the site and the integrity of the plant for the duration of the dispute.

"Acas has advised both parties of their availability should assistance be required."

A statement from Acas said that although the two sides had not come to an agreement, time had been spent addressing the issue of safety and the integrity of the Grangemouth site during the strike.

"An agreement covering these issues has been reached for the period of the dispute.

"Acas has advised both the company and Unite that the opportunity to seek assistance of Acas to pursue an agreement has been offered."