Overview: Brewing, Whisky & Spirits
26 February 2024
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Campaign: Brewing, Whisky & Spirits
Campaign: Latest News
Whisky workers launch strike action after pay talks stall
10 April 2025
Walkouts begin at Inver House Distillers as staff in Lanarkshire and across the Highlands fight for fairness. More
Workers at drinks giant accept 10.3% pay offer
09 September 2024
GMB Scotland members at Diageo back revised offer as company recognises vital role in global success. More
How big rise in price of alcohol will penalise poorest Scots
26 March 2024
MSPs to vote on a 30% increase to Minimum Unit Price that far outstrips rise in spending power. More
Drinks industry workers: Minimum price hike will cost jobs
04 December 2023
Our members in the drinks industry want Minimum Unit Pricing scrapped to protect jobs and most vulnerable Scots. More
Christmas strikes loom at whisky giant
21 November 2023
GMB Scotland warns of disruption to festive orders after workers at Chivas Brothers vote to strike. More
UK Budget Reaction – Spirits Duty Increase
15 March 2023
GMB Scotland slams “unhelpful measure” as Chancellor hikes spirits duty. More
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