Britain could face a Christmas crisp shortage after workers at KP Snacks’ Billingham factory — home to Hula Hoops, McCoy’s, Pom-Bears and Discos — voted overwhelmingly to take strike action.
Eighty-five per cent of GMB union members employed as process operatives backed industrial action after KP allegedly imposed additional duties and responsibilities without any corresponding increase in pay.
In response, KP Snacks has suspended all staff holiday requests while the company assesses the potential impact of a strike — a move the union says looks punitive. GMB has confirmed it is seeking legal advice on whether the decision breaches employment law. Members will now meet to confirm strike dates.
Paul Clark, GMB organiser, said KP workers were being pushed too far.
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