FROZEN food storage workers have begun a two-week strike, raising fears for Christmas turkey shortages.

GMB members have downed tools at the Lincolnshire-based frozen food storage giant Magnavale Easton until December 14.

The site is one of the area’s largest storage facilities for frozen turkey products on the lead into Christmas, with customers including owners of the Bernard Matthews brand, the 2 Sisters Food Group.

GMB organiser Andy Groves said: “These workers aren’t asking for the world, just a pay packet that covers the bills this Christmas.

“Instead, they’ve been offered a less-than-plump 0 per cent; a total insult to hard working members of staff.

“This site is one of the UK’s frozen turkey capitals, serving up meaty yuletide treats to families across the Midlands.

“Company top brass need to get back around the table with a serious offer, and quick.”

A company spokesman said: “While Magnavale is disappointed that the GMB Union chose to take this action at the Easton site, there is no risk to any ongoing operations, and all business operations will continue as usual with no interruption.”