Bmw workers to stage first uk strikes over pensions

According to recent reports, BMW workers in the UK are set to stage their first-ever strikes over pension concerns. The move comes after the company announced plans to close its defined benefit pension scheme, which would affect around 10,000 employees.

The Unite trade union, which represents the workers, has been negotiating with BMW for several months to try to reach a deal that would preserve the pension scheme. However, the company has refused to budge, leading to the decision to go on strike.

The strikes are expected to begin on March 26 and will involve workers at BMW's plants in Oxford, Swindon, and Hams Hall. The action is expected to cause significant disruption to the company's production and could impact the supply of its popular models, including the Mini and X5.

The dispute is not just about pensions, but also about the company's approach to employee benefits and its treatment of long-serving staff. Unite has accused BMW of being "out of touch" with its workers and has called for the company to reconsider its plans.

BMW has said that it is committed to finding a solution that works for both the company and its employees, but has refused to back down on its decision to close the pension scheme. The company has also offered a new defined contribution scheme, which would see employees contribute a smaller percentage of their salary towards their pensions.

The strike action is likely to be a significant test of the company's resolve and could have far-reaching implications for the automotive industry as a whole.