Workers at Linamar’s Belfast site have voted to accept an improved two year pay deal.

The light metal manufacturer improved its original pay offer following a strike ballot. Workers will receive an improved pay offer in the first year with a RPI tied payment of between 3 and 4 percent in the second year. The deal also includes provision for an enhanced retirement payment and a reduction in waiting time to access the company’s sick pay.

Sharon Graham, Unite general secretary said, “Members have voted decisively to accept this significantly improved offer. It was obtained through the strength of the union in the workforce. Unite is delivering for our members on jobs, pay and conditions.”

Unite represents approximately 300 workers at Linamar, Belfast.