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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Katrine Bussey

Unison urged to ‘stand down’ strikes as council chiefs fund more cash for pay

Union leaders have been urged to “stand down” strike action which has closed schools in Scotland, as council bosses said more money has been found for workers’ pay.

Local Government body Cosla said that after “intensive talks” with the Scottish Government, a way has been found to underwrite some “limited one-off funding”.

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