DOMESTIC HEATING: Hundreds of engineering jobs lost over British Gas contract dispute

摘要

Hundreds of British Gas engineers lost their jobs with the company on 14 April after refusing to sign revised contract terms following months of industrial action. British Gas's parent company Centrica has argued that those choosing not to sign the contract terms - claimed to be less than 500 people - ultimately represented a small proportion of its total workforce, compared to these agreeing to the terms. It added that the contract changes were essential as the company looks to restructure its operations and working practices.