Cycle Hire Scheme

RMT Santander bike hire members accept 2.25% pay rise offer

RATES OF PAY & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 2015 – SERCO SANTANDER BIKES (TFL/0001/SSB)

In line with Union policy a claim was submitted to the Company for a substantial increase in rates of pay and improvements to conditions of service. Following negotiations with the Company, the offer which was received was a 2.25% increase, effective 1st April 2015.

Executive Report Regional Council September 2013

This is our Council Of Executive Member Janine Booth's report to the regional Council meeting for September. This is just a brief overview - many of the items will be on this site, but you can find out more by attending regional council held on the last Thursday of each month at the Exmouth Arms near Euston Station. EQUALITIES REPORT Women • Advisory Committee meeting today; verbal report to be given

Major Victory For RMT As Tribunal Finds In Favour Of Sacked Boris Bike Worker Rep

Transport union RMT has today secured a major victory in the Employment Tribunal over the victimisation and sacking of Zack Dahou, a key activist on the Serco Barclay’s “Boris Bikes” scheme.

In a 37 page judgment the tribunal found in RMT’s favour on both of the counts brought by the union, that Zack had been unfairly dismissed and that that dismissal was linked to his trade union activities. There will now be a formal remedies hearing.

RMT General Secretary Bob Crow said:

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From London Transport Regional Secretary John Reid

RMT Serco Barclays London bike staff announce 48 hours strike after 100% vote for strike action over pay and conditions

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TRANSPORT UNION RMT today confirmed 48 hours of strike action later this month on the Serco Barclays “Boris” bikes after a 100% for strike action by the workforce on the London cycle scheme over a range of grievances.

Boris Bike Workers To Strike Over Three Days

MEMBERS OF TRANSPORT UNION RMT will begin 48 hours of strike action on Sunday evening on the so-called Serco Barclays "Boris" bikes after a 100% vote for strike action by the workforce on the London cycle scheme over a range of grievances.

All RMT members working for the Serco Barclays Cycle scheme have been instructed not to book on for any shifts that commence between 21.00 hours Sunday 11th August 2013 and 20.59 hours Tuesday 13th August 2013

Members also remain instructed not to work any overtime until further notice as part of on-going action short of a strike.

London Cycle Hire Reps Push For Better Treatment At Work

We note the report from the meeting of our London Cycle Hire representatives and members, who are determined to pursue their fight for better treatment at work.

Accordingly, we instruct the General Secretary to:

  • promote to members the mass meeting on Tuesday 30 July at 6pm at the Chapel pub, opposite the workplace, by sending a personal invitation by post to every member involved; and through emails and text message reminders
  • ensure that at the meeting, up-to-date reports are given from talks with the employer, and on progress in achieving recognition

Boris Bike Members Vote 100% For Strike Over Range Of Grievances

TRANSPORT UNION RMT confirmed today that in a ballot of staff running the London “Boris Bike’s” scheme, members have voted 100% for strike action over a range of grievances:
• The imposition of a 2% pay increase for 2013
• The imposition of shift change patterns
• The continuous bullying and harassment of members
• The company’s refusal to reach a formal agreement on travelling time or on travel allowances.

RMT General Secretary Bob Crow said:

Boris Bike Ballot Result - Solid Yes Vote For Strike

That we note the result of the ballot for strikes is as follows:-

Total Votes Cast 44
Number Voting ‘Yes’ 44
Number Voting ‘No’ 0
Spoilt Papers 0

That we note the result of the ballot for action short of strikes is as follows:-

Total Votes Cast 44

Number Voting ‘Yes’ 43
Number Voting ‘No’ 0
Spoilt Papers 1

We congratulate our members on their determination to fight for a better deal for this badlytreated workforce.

London Cycle Hire Members Organise

The RMT have over one hundred members working for the London Cycle Hire Scheme; better known as 'Boris Bikes.'

This image from a recent meeting shows a well organised workforce who are demanding to be treated with respect and are strong enough to take management on if necesary.

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