Octopus union rights battle underway

Octopus Energy is facing a union recognition battle as it grows from challenger brand into Britain’s biggest household energy supplier.The Financial Times reported that GMB is preparing to submit a formal proposal for voluntary recognition at the London-based company, following concerns over workloads, training and worker representation.The move follows a collective grievance lodged last year by installers working on heat pumps and electric vehicle charge points through Octopus Energy Ser