Tea’s Got a Problem: Tetley’s Workers Stage Their First Strike
Tea lovers, grab your kettles—something’s brewing at the Tetley factory in Teesside. Almost 150 GMB activists from Tata Consumer Products have decided the “poverty pay” situation is a no‑go, and they’re ready to walk out.
Strike Dates Boldly Set on the Calendar
- Friday, 20 September – the first day of the action.
- Monday, 23 September – the final show‑down.
What’s the Story Behind the Outburst?
Paul Clark, the GMB organiser, slammed the company’s tactics: “These loyal, mainly female workers have survived years of real‑terms pay cuts. Now, they’re done!” He added, “Management has been trying to muzzle us—bullying rather than listening.”
Potential Brewing Disaster
Without a resolution, “we might see a serious shortage of the UK’s favourite cup of tea this autumn,” warned Clark. He called for a return to the negotiating table before the tea supply chain shivers.
Why It Matters
Beyond the obvious annoyance of an empty tea cupboard, this strike could ripple through kitchens, offices, and public buses—think that afternoon energy boost that’s been stolen from our daily routine.
Stay tuned. This is a story you do not want to miss, especially if you drink tea with a professional cup weight.
