GMB campaigns every year for a properly funded pay rise and improved terms and conditions for all local government staff. Whether you’re supporting children in schools, collecting waste to keep streets clean, or working in your council to drive local improvement, GMB is the union for you. We lead national pay campaigns, run ballots to reflect your voice, and fight to ensure you always have your say on your pay. Through collective action, we push employers to deliver fairer outcomes for the people who keep our communities going.
Local government workers provide the essential services that hold our communities together, and GMB is here to make sure you’re treated with the respect you deserve. From negotiating with employers on pay, hours, and contracts, to defending key conditions under the NJC Green Book, we work every day to secure better terms for our members. When offers fall short, we organise, consult, and act—standing shoulder to shoulder with workers across councils, schools, and services to demand more.
Make your voice heard—join GMB today and show employers your work can’t be taken for granted. Together, we’re fighting for fair pay, stronger protections, and proper recognition for the vital work you do. With GMB, you’re never on your own—and you’ll always have your say on your pay.
