Thousands of couriers working for Evri are set to be balloted on a pay offer, with the GMB Union recommending they reject the proposal.
More than 6,000 drivers will vote on the deal, which dates back to 2025 and could result in a pay reduction for many workers, according to the union.
The ballot opens on May 6 and will run until June 9. GMB, which has had a recognition agreement with Evri since 2019, said this is the first time it has advised members to reject a pay offer from the company. If couriers vote against the proposal, the union said it will meet with members to determine the next steps.
Nicola Savage, GMB national officer, said, “Evri couriers do an unbelievable job, delivering millions of packages across the UK with incredible speed – often facing abuse and even attacks while doing it.
“It’s only right they get a pay rise that values the work they do. Not only is this pay offer a year late, but in our view it falls short of what couriers deserve.
“That’s why GMB has recommended reject – but ultimately the couriers themselves will decide in this ballot.”
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