Update issued ahead of Glasgow subway strike action
More than 100 Glasgow Subway workers, represented by the Unite union, were set to walk out on Saturday, June 21.
However, the industrial action has been paused following a new offer from SPT.
READ MORE: Glasgow subway set to close during huge Bellahouston Park gigs
The dispute centres around pay, terms, and working conditions, with staff raising concerns over chronic understaffing and excessive overtime demands.
Andrew Brown, Industrial Officer at Unite, said: 'An interim offer has been tabled by SPT.
"Our members will now decide if it provides a temporary solution until a wider long-term agreement can be secured.
"Strike action has been suspended for this Saturday, June 21, as an act of good faith while members are balloted on the offer.'
Unite claims that SPT workers are frequently working up to 10 hours beyond their contracted 39 hours per week to keep the subway system operational.
The union says the service is 'struggling' due to severe staff shortages.
A ballot on the offer is scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 22.
If the offer is rejected, further strike action is planned for June 25, 27, and 28.
READ MORE: Glasgow Summer Sessions announced event full of punk legends
These dates coincide with several major events, including the Punk All Dayer festival featuring the Sex Pistols, and concerts by Sting, Simple Minds, and Stereophonics at Bellahouston Park as part of the city's Summer Sessions.
The Glasgow Times reported last year that a number of punk legends would be performing at the park as part of the Punk All Dayer festival on June 21.
A continuous overtime ban will also begin on 13 June, further impacting operations in the run-up to the strikes.
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