Pay disputes at work and not in a union

[jem1]

Hi,

just wondering if anyone can advise me on the best thing to do when you have a pay dispute but are not in a union.

I work for the prison service and stupidly have never got round to joining any of the unions. The pay unit are now trying to drop my salary by �2500 (which is a lot for me!) and i dont know where to turn for advice. Some one has said citizens advice, but does anyone else have other suggestions, in particular with regard to getting help with the legal side of things if it goes to a tribunal?

thanks

Gemma

[Buenchico]

You might find that one of the unions would be prepared to help you (especially if you indicate that you're going to join). This isn't because of any great benevolence on their part. It's just that they wouldn't want your situation to set a precedent for what might happen to one of their existing members. Speak to the local representatives and see what they say.

Otherwise, this page (and the links from it) might provide a good starting point for you:
http://www.direct.gov.uk/Employment/Employees/ ResolvingWorkplaceDisputes/ResolvingWorkplaceD isputesArticles/fs/en?CONTENT_ID=10027991&chk= hCGJ6L

Chris

[chazza]

If you have a staff welfare representative, go to them, otherwise join the best union asap

[auzzie]

ACAS will help also

[Finance Guy]

Hi Gemma,

try www.acas.co.uk

100% guarantee they can help you out - for free!

Good luck