KP Snacks (GMB) Strike Calendar

A strike is anticipated in the UK leading to a potential Christmas crisp shortage as nearly 50 workers at KP Snacks in Billingham voted in favor of industrial action.

The vote for a strike was supported by 85 per cent of the process operatives following the company's imposition of extra duties and responsibilities without a corresponding pay rise.

Management has suspended all approved holiday requests while assessing the potential consequences of the industrial action.

The union involved is currently seeking counsel regarding the legality of this holiday request suspension.

Workers involved in the dispute are skilled personnel crucial for the manufacturing and stocking of crisps and snacks in supermarkets.

The workers feel they should receive increased compensation for undertaking additional tasks.

The workers are unwilling to accept an increased workload without appropriate acknowledgment.