Unite members working at Valspar on Deeside Industrial Park have voted by over 90 per cent in favour of strike action and action short of a strike. The dispute is in relation to the underpayment of wages.

Unite Regional Officer Daryl Williams said: “Many of our members have been underpaid by thousands of pounds. They have waited patiently over many months for the company to make a fair offer on their back pay, their patience has finally run out.

"This ballot result should send a clear message to Valspar that our members are willing to fight for their underpaid wages. It is time for Valspar to recognise this injustice and pay up in full.”

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Notes to editors:

  • Unite is Britain and Ireland’s largest trade union with members working across all sectors of the economy. The general secretary is Len McCluskey.