shippingposition
  • Home
  • News
  • Editorial
    • Vox Pop
  • Maritime safety
  • Oil and Gas
  • Personality
  • Health
No Result
View All Result
shippingposition

Home » Strikes Threaten to Paralyze Both Felixstowe and Liverpool in August

Strikes Threaten to Paralyze Both Felixstowe and Liverpool in August

by Joshua
August 1, 2022
in Coast To Coast

The UK is the latest country facing the prospects of disruptive port strikes, which according to the union would inevitably severely affect shipping and create shortages in supply chains. Unite, the union representing workers at the UK’s busiest container port, Felixstowe reports that members overwhelmingly authorized a strike for next month while voting for a potential strike at Liverpool is also underway.

Port of Felixstowe
The Port of Felixstowe

The UK would become the latest to experience the labor unrest, with the two potential strikes following a recent settlement at Scotland’s Lerwick port. Germany’s North Sea ports have also recently been hit by work stoppages, while truckers in South Korea blocked ports in June, and in the U.S. slow progress is being reported in the contract negotiations for West Coast longshore workers.

“This dispute is of Felixstowe’s own making,” said Miles Hubbard, Unite regional officer. The union reports that overwhelmingly, 92 percent of workers voted to authorize a strike with a strong turnout of 82 percent of members voting. The date for the strike was not announced but Unite said Felxistowe “is set to come to a standstill next month.”

The UK’s largest container port, Felixstowe handles more than four million TEU and approximately 2,000 ships each year. According to Unite the Union, the port operated by a division of Hutchison Ports accounts for just under half of the container trade in the UK and employs about 2,550 people.

“Unite is focused on defending the jobs, pay, and conditions of its members, and we will give 100 percent support to our members at Felixstowe,” said Sharon Graham, general secretary of Unite. “Workers should not be paying the price for the pandemic with a pay cut. Unite has undertaken 360 disputes in a matter of months and we will do all in our power to defend workers.”

The port responded to the news by saying that it had made “a very fair offer,” which called for a five percent pay increase. The union counters that inflation in the UK is currently at 11.9 percent meaning that it would be a pay cut for workers coming after they received only a 1.4 percent increase in wages last year.

Read Also:  Ukraine Claims Freighter Brought Stolen Grain to Lebanon

MDHC, part of the Peel Group, which operates the port at Liverpool reportedly made a better offer of a seven percent increase which was also rejected by the union for its approximately 500 members staffing the Liverpool port. The union reports that there are other open issues in the negotiations including agency rates of pay, work schedules, and a bonus payment agreed to in the 2021 pay deal. Voting to authorize the job action began last Monday and will run till August 15. Unite said if the workers vote for the strike action the stoppage could begin at the end of August.

Last week, workers at Lerwick Port in Scotland ended their strike with the Unite reporting improvements in pay, pension contributions, and work-life balance. The new contract provides for a pay increase of between 34 and 38 percent in hourly wages.

Unite said that while it was moving forward with plans for the job actions it was not too late even at this late stage for the companies to resume negotiations making realistic offers for members addressing the current economic situation in the UK.

shippingposition

Kindly like us on Facebook/twitter


Tags: Felixstowe

Related Posts

Mawani Grants SGP Four 20-Year Port Concessions

Mawani Grants SGP Four 20-Year Port Concessions

June 30, 2025
Ningbo-Zhoushan Container Volumes Hit New Record In H1

Ningbo-Zhoushan Container Volumes Hit New Record In H1

June 30, 2025
IMO Agrees To Start Revision Of Outdated Regulations For Nuclear-Powered Ships

IMO Agrees To Start Revision Of Outdated Regulations For Nuclear-Powered Ships

June 30, 2025
Ships Near Hormuz Sending Unusual Messages to Deter Attacks

Ships Near Hormuz Sending Unusual Messages to Deter Attacks

June 30, 2025

Latest News

NPA Berths First Wholly Nigerian-Owned Container Vessel, MV Ocean Dragon

NPA Berths First Wholly Nigerian-Owned Container Vessel, MV Ocean Dragon

July 5, 2025

NRC Resumes Train Services On Kano-Minna Route Before Dec. – MD

Seme Customs Engages Media, Opinion Leader, to Strengthen National Security

Oyetola Pushes Maritime Revolution at TAAM 7.0, Unveils Innovation-Driven Reform Plan

Nigeria Maintains Zero Piracy In 3 Years-Oyetola

Tin Can Customs Rakes In ₦747bn In 6 Months

Customs Intercepts 2,693 Parcels Of Hemp In Ogun

NRC To Restore Offa Train Service Before End Of 2025 – Opeifa

Customs CG Honoured by Officers as Chairperson of the WCO Council

Customs CG Donates 13 Vehicles To Customs Idiroko Command

Apapa Customs Seals Three Bonded Terminals, Seizes 27 Containers in Anti-Smuggling Crackdown

Clarion Shipping Unveils Nigeria’s First Indigenous Container Vessel, Targets West African, China-Nigeria Trade Routes

kindly like our Facebook page

Health

Contraceptive Pills Can’t Cause Cervical Cancer – Expert
Health

Contraceptive Pills Can’t Cause Cervical Cancer – Expert

June 30, 2025

Mrs Roseline Akinlabi, Adolescent and Youth Sexual Reproductive Health Desk Officer, Osun Primary Healthcare Board, says contraceptive pills cannot cause...

ONIONS: The Good Old Healing Vegetable

KNOW YOUR BODY PARTS: The Liver The liver is a vital organ located in the right upper abdomen, playing a crucial role in metabolism, detoxification, and digestion. It’s the largest solid organ in the body and is responsible for filtering blood, maintaining blood sugar levels, regulating clotting, and synthesizing essential proteins. The liver also stores energy, removes toxins, and produces bile, which aids in digestion Liver functions: · Metabolism and Detoxification: The liver processes nutrients from the blood, breaks down and balances them, and creates essential substances for the body. It detoxifies harmful substances like drugs and alcohol, converting them into less toxic forms for excretion. The liver plays a role in the metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. It stores glycogen (a form of glucose) and vitamins, releasing them when the body needs them. · Digestion: The liver produces bile, which is stored in the gallbladder and released into the small intestine to help digest fats. Bile also helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. · Blood Regulation: The liver regulates blood sugar levels by storing and releasing glucose. It synthesizes clotting factors, which are essential for blood clotting. It removes old red blood cells and processes bilirubin, a byproduct of red blood cell breakdown. · Other Functions: The liver plays a role in immunity, helping to fight off infections. It produces proteins that are involved in the immune response. The liver also stores iron and other essential minerals. Frequently Asked Questions About The Liver · What are the first signs of a bad liver? The initial signs of liver problems can be vague and subtle, often including fatigue, nausea, and loss of appetite. As the liver’s condition worsens, more specific symptoms may emerge, such as jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), itchy skin, dark urine, and light-colored stools. Abdominal pain, especially in the upper right quadrant, can also indicate liver issues. · Where do you feel liver pain? Liver pain is typically felt in the upper right abdomen, just beneath the rib cage. It can manifest as a dull, throbbing pain, a stabbing sensation, or a general feeling of discomfort in that area. In some cases, liver pain might be felt as an ache in the right shoulder or back. · What does liver pain feel like? How liver pain feels can vary from person to person, depending on the cause. However, most people often develop one or more of the following symptoms: Dull, persistent aches in the upper abdomen A feeling of fullness or bloating Sharp, stabbing pains that come and go Tenderness when the upper abdomen is touched · What is the best way to cleanse your liver? If you haven’t been working out, start indulging in a regular exercise regime to allow the toxins to come out of your body. Yoga, going running, hitting the gym, or a simple sauna session can also prove effective. If you want a natural liver cleanse, sweating is the way to go. · How to know if the liver is swollen? What are the symptoms of an enlarged liver? You likely won’t notice an enlarged liver on your own. In some severe cases, you might notice a feeling of bloating or fullness in your belly or an ache in your upper right abdomen. · What is the best drink to flush your liver? Many citrus fruits, including lemon, can be added to water to help stimulate and flush out the liver. Lemons are high in nutrients like vitamin C and antioxidants

June 16, 2025
ONIONS: The Good Old Healing Vegetable

ONIONS: The Good Old Healing Vegetable

June 16, 2025
Why Prostate Disorder Cases Are Increasing Among Nigerian Men – Experts

Why Prostate Disorder Cases Are Increasing Among Nigerian Men – Experts

June 1, 2025
20m Nigerians Live With Mental Health Issues, Says WHO

20m Nigerians Live With Mental Health Issues, Says WHO

June 1, 2025
Health Facts You Didn’t Know

How Your Habit Affects Fertility

May 19, 2025
Fruits For Raining Season

Fruits For Raining Season

May 19, 2025
See Mental Illness Like Other Treatable Diseases – Says Suicide Survivor

Health Facts You Didn’t Know

May 19, 2025
Alligator Pepper: Benefits, FAQ, Side Effects, & Warning

Alligator Pepper: Benefits, FAQ, Side Effects, & Warning

April 28, 2025
Water And Health: The Relationship That Helps Life

Water And Health: The Relationship That Helps Life

April 28, 2025

© 2021 Shippingposition

Navigate Site

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Sitemap
  • Terms

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • News
  • Coast To Coast
  • Oil and Gas
  • Maritime Education
  • The Terminals
  • Maritime safety

© 2021 Shippingposition