Metropolitan Police civilian staff will stage six more days of strike action in an escalating pay dispute that threatens to disrupt policing operations across London. The Unison union confirmed the new industrial action dates, adding to previous walkouts that have already stretched police resources.
The dispute centres on pay demands from civilian workers who argue current offers fail to address rising living costs and undervalue their contributions to London's policing. Union members are pressing for a better settlement as inflation continues to bite household budgets.
Civilian staff form the backbone of Met Police operations, handling emergency calls, managing evidence, conducting forensic work, and providing IT and administrative support. Their absence could force uniformed officers to cover essential behind-the-scenes roles, potentially hampering investigations and public services.
As Britain's largest police force, the Met depends heavily on its civilian workforce to maintain public safety across the capital. The industrial action reflects wider tensions in the public sector over pay and conditions amid persistent inflation and constrained government spending.
The union says members remain determined to secure fair pay, viewing their work as fundamental to police effectiveness. The additional strike days suggest both sides are digging in, with no swift resolution in sight without fresh negotiations.