Nautilus International members at the Port of London Authority (PLA) have brought a challenging 12-month negotiation to a close after voting in favour of a pay deal from the company.
The deal includes a 2.4% increase on all enhanceable elements of pay with effect from 1 January 2025, plus a 1% payment as a pensionable allowance, with a further 4.01% increase from January 2026. The company’s proposal to use CPIH as a benchmark for pay negotiations from 2027 onwards has not been accepted and remains subject to discussion.
The pay uplift is alongside other improvements including an increase in nighttime overtime pay, the introduction of a biannual health assessment for all employees valued at over £500 per person, and an improved agreement on payment for training and 'working away'.
Nautilus strategic organiser John Coppell said that strong member participation made all the difference for the final result of the negotiation: 'It has been a difficult process for everyone involved, but it has also demonstrated the strength and resolve within our membership. Many of you expressed strong and thoughtful views, and all of that feedback has been read, considered, and used to guide the negotiations,' he said.
'Members have stood together, debated the issues frankly, and engaged fully with every stage of consultation. As a result, we have emerged more united and have shown clearly that we are prepared to secure the best possible outcome.'
Mr Coppell thanked all members who took part in the meetings, responded to surveys, or contacted him directly, and expressed special thanks to the liaison officers for their commitment throughout.
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