Martin Ford 12 August 2024

COSLA makes improved pay offer

Councils have made an improved pay offer to staff in a bid to avert strike action across Scotland.

The Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) has made what it described as a ‘significantly improved' offer to unions following a special meeting this morning.

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