The lawyers on each side then have an opportunity to question the methodology used by the independent experts and can even instruct their own experts if they think the methodology is wrong. That is why we believe Asda in-store employees should be paid equally to distribution workers at Asda. If they are of equal value, is there a reason why the roles should not be paid equally. GMB has enlisted law firm Leigh Day to work the case on behalf of GMB members and the Supreme Court ruling is another major step forward in getting pay justice for thousands of our members. Asda has lost a challenge at the Court of Appeal in the latest round of a long-running dispute with its staff over equal pay. The staff working in the stores are mostly women and the staff working in the distribution centres are mostly men. This, on top of the sale and leaseback of the distribution centres, compounds uncertainty about the future stability of our members employment. This has an impact on the Asda Aces but it also potentially affects existing Asda colleagues for the following reasons: The GMB is in ongoing consultation with Asda about the impact this will have on existing colleagues, and we will keep you updated as we move through the process. Asbestosis claims Mesothelioma claims Workplace cancer claims Industrial and workplace diseases Meet the asbestos team Asbestos claims overseas 2016 News Trainee Solicitors Call us on 020 7650 1200 News Article Over 13,000 residents from the Ogale and Bille communities in Nigeria file claims against Shell for devastating oil spills Any hours that fall between 12:0am (00:00) midnight start of day and 11:59pm (23:59) on Monday 19th September, the day of the funeral will be paid at normal rate if the colleague doesnt work, for colleagues that do work they will receive enhanced pay. Weve asked ASDA to put a limit on groups shopping and we will continue to push for this to happen. Nadine Houghton (GMB National Officer) and the GMB National Reps team. The Supreme Court's ruling only relates to the first part of the Asda workers' claim and a full legal process could last for several years. We are still negotiating on a repayment policy and we need to see wage errors continue to slow. The fight for Equal Pay in Asda may take a step forward this week as GMB awaits the outcome of the report from the 'independent experts'. It seems that ASDA does not understand that having a full complement of drivers is pointless without the colleagues to fill the shelves and pick the stock in the first place. We are encouraging all GMB members to complete the GMB COVID 19 PPE Survey. Keeping you up to date and in touch on GMB issues that matter to you. For the past weeks we have been in consultation with ASDA over the proposals to end scratch baking, replace with part baked products and make our skilled bakers redundant. This request was refused, and it was with great surprise that we found out through the press that this decision had been overturned. GMB is calling on Asda to wake up to the fact that their pay is nowhere near good enough, and our members deserve and demand better. Find a career with meaning today! We will continue to do everything we can to hold Asda to account. JOIN GMB BEFORE THE 16TH OCTOBER 2020 AND SUPPORT OUR FIGHT FOR EQUALITY. The impact of these changes is that, with the removal of the night allowance, a night colleague could see their pay reduced by as much as 300 - 500 a month, if they were to accept moving from night hours to the new 'twilight' hours. If you do work any of these days you will be paid at double time. Thousands of Asda supermarket workers have won a major victory at the Supreme Court in their battle for equal pay. Checkout screens have been fitted and modifications to kiosk screens are in the pipeline and other types of screens are being trialled. Scroll down for other noticeboard updates, GMB launches campaign for a pay rise in 2023. With colleagues finishing work gone midnight, getting home may become more risky and more expensive. GMB do not oppose the introduction of enhanced pay for drivers, as it is a role where the colleague is at risk by being on the road, requires a driving licence, has to work alone and many other employers do pay a premium for this position. We are defending these claims because the pay in our stores and distribution centres is the same for colleagues doing the same jobs regardless of their gender. GMB are concerned that ASDA may only be introducing this pay supplement as there is currently a recruitment and retention issue, as opposed to correctly paying and appreciating drivers for the value of the work they do. Speak to your local GMB representative to find out more information about how you can help. The transfer will happen on the2ndFebruary. If you are being forced to significantly change your shift against your will, you also need to raise this as a grievance with Asdaand contact your GMB representative to ensure we can provide the representation and see that you are treated fairly and justly. "We are defending these claims because the pay in our stores and distribution centres is the same for colleagues doing the same jobs regardless of their gender. The issue, which effects workers across both retail and distribution, is one that the GMB will not drop until workers are paid the wages they have earnt. Unless Asda increases pay not just for customer delivery drivers, but for all Asda Retail colleagues, they will continue to see the workforce leaving. Social distancing and keeping colleagues safecontinuesto be top of the GMB union agenda in discussions with ASDA. Join The Claim. We are doing so to promote equality and challenge how large retailers pay their employees in different areas of their business.Equal pay claims for employees working on supermarketshop floorsare about whether hourly-paid store staff carry out work that is of equal value to that carried out by the staff who work in the distribution centres. 'skip household bill payments, take out loans, and even use food banks'. For more information about the Equal Pay Now claims, please visit our dedicated website here www.equalpaynow.co.uk. GMB highlighted to ASDA that our members had not received the full training relating to the use of these trolleys. The GMB estimates the difference between retail and distribution pay to be between 1:50 and 3ph - Asda would be obliged to reflect this in their pay structure after a successful equal pay win. Become a member, or ask a fellow colleague to join GMB, and together we can make a difference. Asdaare now asking these colleagues to change their shift start time by up to 12 hours. The Supreme Court dismissed Asda's appeal and held that the group of predominantly female retail employees were entitled to use a group of mainly male distribution employees as comparators for the purposes of their equal pay claims. Those who do join the claim could receive up to 6 years of back pay. If you want to be paid for these days, you are entitled to request them as leave. This type of workforce had different motivators.". We are seeking an urgent meeting with the Issa brothers to discuss this - and the sale and leaseback of the distribution centres. All these days can be taken as unpaid leave if you wish. We continue to work with ASDA to ensure the Safety of our members. There will be another 'equal value' tribunal hearing after this one, we don't yet know the date for this, but it could be some time. Paul Shepheard . As per the guidance already issued, night colleagues who are scheduled to work but do not wish to work on Sunday 18th September will need to book a holiday, reschedule, or take as unpaid leave for any hours that fall on Sunday 18th September. Be aware, because of high levels of traffic at this time it may take us a bit longer than usual to get back to members. Leigh Day is running this claim on a no win, no fee basis (called a DBA). Contact Leigh Day directly by emailing asdagmb@leighday.co.uk or calling them on 0800 689 3289. Information and resources to support bargaining and campaigns, Access hundreds of different learning opportunities as part of your GMB membership, See the latest training, guides, and resources for GMB reps, See all the latest information and guidance from your union, Find out more and get involved inon our campaignto make schools safe, Fighting for Amazon workers across the country, The campaign for apay rise for local government and school workers. For almost the last decade, Britain's biggest supermarkets have been defending legal actions from their employees over equal pay. If you have any concerns about this, you can call0207 650 1228and speak to our team in confidence. GMB Members must submit their equal pay claim to Leigh Day before 16th October to qualify for the funding. It is a slap across the face for long serving skilled colleagues and does nothing for the future success of ASDA. Click the link to complete the form: https://bit.ly/3pzFaHt. This now has to be recognised by ASDA in protecting your jobs and your futures and the GMB will work tirelessly to achieve this. The court upheld an earlier court ruling that lower-paid shop staff, who are. Is there anything else we can be doing to help win equal pay? Youshould be able to request a role in store where there is air conditioning if an air conditioned van is unavailable. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Asdas own feedback from the trial showed that pay was still the biggest reason for delivery drivers to leave in the trial stores, with 84% of the surveyed drivers stating that the pay was still unsatisfactory, and that pay was the most likely factor that would convince a driver to stay. Retail and distribution are very different sectors with their own distinct skill sets and pay rates.". We are deeply concerned about the potential impact on current Asda colleagues who will be asked to carry out additional cleaning duties, despite ongoing pressures to stock shelves and serve customers. "It would be difficult to underestimate the significance of this judgment which will send shockwaves far beyond Asda," said Anne Pritam, partner and employment lawyer at Stephenson Harwood. The GMB is concerned that managers are abusing this clause to force our members into making unreasonable changes to their rota. Asdais one of a number of current multiple claimant equal pay claims against supermarket employers. GMB need your feedback upon these new trolleys so we can work with ASDA to ensure this equipment is safe to use. I know that many of you feel like you are 'in the dark' about what happens once you come over to Asda on the 2ndFebruary. It is unlawful for Next to sack you or discriminate against you for joining Equal Pay Now. Leigh Day 2023 If the shop workers win their claim, Next will need to update its salary policy to ensure it adheres to the Equality Act 2010. It is a huge mistake to lose skilled workers from across stores, skills that once lost can never be replaced and not in the interest of customers, removing choice and the ability to purchase truly fresh baked products. Asda has responded to criticism from the GMB Union after the supermarket failed to raise pay for workers in line with other 'Big 4' retailers. Asda store workers may have won this battle in their long running equal pay claim - but the war is far from over. We have already had success in two Employment Tribunals involving ASDA. The claim is the biggest equal pay action in the private sector. The GMB is still asking Asda to carry out an Equal Pay Audit as this is something they can do outside of the legal process, please make sure you sign the petition calling on your employer to do thiswww.gmb.org.uk/Asda-equal-pay-audit-pledge. General FAQs; Costs FAQs; Latest News; About Us . This means being paid a wage that would put them on an equal footing with their colleagues in other parts of the business. Aug 31, 2017 The Guardian Asda urged to drop equal pay challenge and raise shop-floor wages Employment appeal tribunal backs ruling that store staff do jobs comparable to mostly male warehouse workers. 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