MyCSP strike extended

PCS members at MyCSP have shown remarkable solidarity, with their ongoing strike action receiving strong support from the general public. Despite this, MyCSP has made little effort to resolve the dispute, and negotiations remain stalled.

PCS is frustrated at the continued refusal of MyCSP’s CEO Duncan Watson to attend meetings, demonstrating a clear lack of respect and engagement with staff concerns. We also believe that financial services company Equiniti (which owns 75% of MyCSP) is involved in decision-making, further muddying accountability.

PCS is also critical of MyCSP for hiding behind the claim that it will soon cease operations, rather than taking responsibility for resolving issues before the transfer of staff, and the contract, to Capita.

At the same time, positive talks are ongoing with Capita about union recognition from day one of the TUPE transfer, which we welcome as a constructive step forward.

PCS general secretary Fran Heathcote said: “Our hard-hitting strike action at MyCSP continues to be well supported by both members and the general public.

“MyCSP’s poor efforts to engage in meaningful dialogue have only strengthened our members’ resolve to have a say in decisions that directly affect their livelihoods.

“We will continue to fight for their fundamental right to union representation.”

Picket lines

Picket lines are being held at both major MyCSP sites:

40 Tithebarn Street, Liverpool L2 2BW 7:00 – 10:00am

Landmark House, 5 Station Road, Cheadle Hulme, SK8 7JG 8:00 – 10:00am