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Royal Parks Gardeners to Strike Over 70p Pay Offer

Royal Parks Gardeners to Strike Over 70p Pay Offer
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Gardeners responsible for maintaining London’s Royal Parks are set to walk out after rejecting a pay increase of 70 pence per hour. The workers, employed by grounds maintenance contractor Idverde, voted in favor of strike action following the pay dispute.

The proposed wage rise was turned down by staff, prompting the decision to strike. The industrial action is expected to affect routine gardening and upkeep duties across the parks.