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BAE workers in northern England plan strike over pay, union says

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Posted on February 2, 2026

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LONDON, Feb 2 (Reuters) - Workers at British defence group BAE Systems in northwest England plan to take part in strikes from February 2 until at least February 20 in a dispute over pay and conditions

BAE Systems Workers in Northwest England to Strike Over Pay Dispute

Strike Action by BAE Workers

LONDON, Feb 2 (Reuters) - Workers at British defence group BAE Systems in northwest England plan to take part in strikes from February 2 until at least February 20 in a dispute over pay and conditions, a union representing them said on Monday.

Details of the Strike

The union, Unite, said it was taking strike action after what it said were "bad faith negotiations over pay and conditions". More than 1,200 of its members planned to participate in the walkouts, it added.

Union's Position on Negotiations

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti, writing by Muvija M; editing by Michael Holden)

Key Takeaways

  • BAE Systems workers in northwest England plan strikes.
  • Strikes are due to disputes over pay and conditions.
  • The strike is organized by the Unite union.
  • Over 1,200 workers are expected to participate.
  • Strikes will occur from February 2 to February 20.

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