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Over 300 Union Workers Strike Amid Budget Presentation

11/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Public and Commercial Services Union has conducted regular strikes since September in response to changes in staff work patterns, often on Wednesdays for media impact.
Over 300 employees participated in a walkout during Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ budget presentation.
From November 24 to the end of 2025, security staff are in action short of a strike, staying to contracted hours, complicating Parliament security, which requires constant surveillance.

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Story summary

The Public and Commercial Services Union has conducted regular strikes since September in response to changes in staff work patterns, often on Wednesdays for media impact.
Over 300 employees participated in a walkout during Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ budget presentation.
From November 24 to the end of 2025, security staff are in action short of a strike, staying to contracted hours, complicating Parliament security, which requires constant surveillance.