Arm's Length Glasgow



A number of readers have been in touch recently about the goings on in Cordia - the arm's length company set up by Glasgow City Council in 2008 - which has attracted much controversy and criticism.

According to these readers Cordia is introducing - or trying to introduce - sweeping changes to people's sick pay arrangements - which are far inferior to the entitlement that these employees enjoyed with Glasgow City Council.

So exactly what is going on - does anyone know for sure - does anyone have a copy of document or letter from Cordia explaining and justifying - any new arrangements?

If so, I'd be interested in having a look - because no employer can make unilateral changes to an employee's contract of employment.

Changes have to be discussed and agreed. 

Cordia's employs well over 10,000 workers in Glasgow - and amongst their number are the very lowest paid groups - providing council care and education services.

If you have any information about changes to terms and conditions, drop Mark Irvine a note at: markirvine@compuserve.com

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