Turrets Update – Results of The Desk Top Members’ Ballot

The purpose of this post is to provide an update from the desk top ballot of the members on Friday 20th February 2009 to re-measure the outcome of the roll out of the Turrets pilot and any recent changes (due to the LEAN job cuts at AO level or other factors). Thanks to all the members who gave their views.

The question put to the members in the ballot on 20th February 2009 was whether or not members were (at present) able to state their preference as to starting/ finishing times and availability to work the Turrets without coercion.

214 people said yes they were able to state preference as to starting/ finishing times and availability to work the Turrets without coercion.

• 64 said no they weren’t.
• 10 replied by saying sometimes (or something similar).

There were two notable rooms, B309 and C222 where the room response was in the negative and we will ensure that we pick up these with the employer and also any other areas of concern.

We will also continue the ongoing negotiations to try and reduce to a minimum (if not eliminate) the 4 Pm to 5 Pm Turret slot; to ensure that there is a reasonable maximum numbers of hours that someone can work on the Turrets (pro rata for part time staff) and to ensure that the commitment to increase Helpline staffing levels is honoured.

As ever; if you are aware of any breaches to the agreed Joint statements (in word and spirit) then please do not hesitate to contact Dean Rhodes, Emma Haslehurst or Duncan Griffiths.