Asda St Leonards Staff Report ‘Egregious Bullying and Harassment’ in Culture Survey
A recent culture survey conducted by GMB union among its nearly 100 members at Asda’s St Leonards superstore has led to significant changes, according to the union. The survey revealed long-standing issues affecting night staff, and as a direct result, positive action has been taken to address these concerns.
The GMB union, which represents workers at Asda’s St Leonards store, carried out the survey over several weeks, gathering evidence of a toxic work environment. According to GMB Southern, the issues reported by members were severe, with night staff experiencing what the union described as "the most egregious bullying and harassment".
GMB Senior Asda Representative, Josh Boyle, spoke about the severity of the situation. "What our members were reporting while on night shift was the most egregious bullying and harassment that simply could not continue," he said. "After GMB raised these issues formally with management, we are happy to report that action has been taken which should stop this pattern of behaviour."
The GMB union’s efforts have led to decisive action by Asda’s management, with changes being implemented to address the problems highlighted in the survey. According to GMB Southern, the union is satisfied that the damage is being repaired and that change is underway.
The survey and subsequent negotiations are part of a broader effort by the GMB union to improve working conditions across Asda stores in the South. As GMB Southern reports, similar surveys are being carried out in other stores, with the aim of achieving similar results.
The union’s success in achieving change at Asda’s St Leonards store is being hailed as a major victory. As Josh Boyle noted, "This once again shows what a strong union can do and we encourage anyone who wants to see action in their workplace to join GMB today." The GMB union’s efforts demonstrate the importance of strong workplace representation in addressing issues of bullying and harassment.
In a statement, GMB Southern emphasised the significance of the changes achieved at Asda’s St Leonards store. The union’s work in promoting a safer and more respectful work environment has had a direct impact on the lives of workers, and serves as an example of the positive role that trade unions can play in improving workplace culture.
The GMB union’s culture survey and subsequent negotiations with Asda’s management serve as a testament to the power of collective action in achieving change. As the union continues to work with workers across the South, it is clear that the impact of its efforts will be felt for some time to come.
The changes implemented at Asda’s St Leonards store are a direct result of the GMB union’s efforts, and demonstrate the importance of strong workplace representation. As GMB Southern reports, the union will continue to work tirelessly to promote a safer and more respectful work environment for all workers.
In related news, workers at other Asda stores in the South are being encouraged to join the GMB union to address similar issues. The union’s success in achieving change at Asda’s St Leonards store serves as a model for workers across the region, highlighting the benefits of collective action in improving workplace culture.
By reporting on issues affecting workers and promoting collective action, GMB Southern is helping to create a safer and more respectful work environment for all workers. The union’s efforts serve as a reminder of the importance of strong workplace representation in addressing issues of bullying and harassment.
For more information on GMB union and their work with Asda, visit: GMB Southern.
