Employees of UK homeless support organization go on strike

600 employees of the charity Shelter, who did not accept the offer of a 3 percent pay increase in England, where inflation has peaked in the last 41 years, topping 11 percent a year, went on strike for two weeks. which lasts until December 18.

In a statement made by the Unite Union, it was claimed that the offer of a 3 percent raise caused Shelter to worry that some of its employees would not be able to pay their rent and would be left homeless.

Shelter, a “charity”, offers advice and support services to the homeless, and provides free legal advice through its lawyers to help people who have lost their homes or are in danger of being evicted.

CONTRACT LOW INFLATION LEADS TO STRIKE

Inflation in the UK continued to rise, driven by energy and food prices, reaching its highest in 41 years at 11.1% per year in October.

Many unions from different sectors have taken collective strike decisions in recent weeks due to wage increases offered in the country, which are below the highest level of inflation in recent years.

Among those who have decided to resign are subway workers, bus and Uber drivers, teachers, stevedores, criminal lawyers, health care workers, sanitation workers, university workers, ambulance personnel, aviation and postal service workers; and nurses.

In addition to strike decisions, thousands of people protesting cost of living and austerity policies frequently organize demonstrations across the country, especially in London. (AA)