Drinks Inc. Workers Vote on Strike Over Pay Dispute


Author: The Daily News Now! March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:08
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Drinks Inc. Workers Vote on Strike Over Pay Dispute

Workers at Drinks Inc., Northern Irelands largest drinks distributor, may soon strike over a pay dispute. The company, part of Musgrave, handles over one thousand weekly deliveries to businesses. Union members, including drivers and warehouse staff, will vote on strike action next week. The issue revolves around a three-year pay agreement and an inflation adjustment clause. Union leaders warn that a strike could cripple businesses by stopping supplies. The ballot opens on Tuesday and runs until March thirty-first. Talks could resume if management budges on pay, but tension is high as workers push for a fair deal tied to rising costs.

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