Strike called off after lintel makers accept 9% pay rise

Planned strike action at steel lintel supplier Birtley Group has been called-off after the workers accepted a nine per cent pay increase.
A similar deal was also struck at sister company Bowater Doors Ltd by construction union Unite
Following the announcement of industrial action, the employer returned to the negotiating table and made a vastly improved offer which has now been accepted in a ballot.Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “This is a greatly deserved victory for our