ASDA workers are set to vote on strike action after reaching breaking point over fire safety complaints, wage errors and pressure to work extra shifts at a superstore.
Up to 100 GMB members at the site in Gosport, Hampshire, will take part in the ballot starting this Friday until December 22.
GMB regional organiser Nicola Nixon said: “This dispute has been brewing for some time now, with local management continuing to ignore growing concerns and an extremely stressed workforce reaching breaking point.
“Complaints were so wide and varied that a list of some 21 points of concern have been drafted to be shared with Asda national management.
“It’s beginning to look a lot un-like Christmas for Gosport Asda staff, and perhaps this dispute may have been avoided had management invested in their staff a little more, rather than paying Michael Buble a fortune to front their Christmas campaign.”
The action could take place as early as January.
An Asda spokesperson said: “We value feedback from our colleagues and have established procedures in place for them to raise any concerns they may have.
“The GMB has not brought any issues at the Gosport store to our attention, however, we would welcome the opportunity to meet with them and discuss any concerns they may have.”
