Ballot result means the Isle of Wight waste contractor Amey’s operatives and drivers will walk out on the 13th of June for an initial first phase of two weeks.  

We aren’t that far away from a deal and our door remain open, but for now on the strike will continue, says GMB Union

GMB members are furious Mitie has spent millions on taking over a new company whilst their own wages are being driven into the floor.

The island risks rubbish piling up as GMB union members prepare to go on strike over festival weekend