Bentley 'disappointed' at GMB strike vote

Bentley says it remains committed to reaching an agreement with GMB members at its Crewe plant despite news that they have "overwhelmingly" backed industrial action.

The union said more than 250 workers - some 86% of its membership at the site - backed strike action. It said the vote came after workers were offered a 3.5% rise with a one off non-consolidated payment, "while bosses were offered bonuses of over £14,000."

The union said it had a