The National Union of Journalists (NUJ) has postponed a planned 24-hour strike at Scottish broadcaster STV, which was initially set for Tuesday. This decision follows extensive talks aimed at resolving a dispute over pay conditions. Despite the postponement, an additional strike scheduled for May 1 is still pending. The dispute arose because NUJ members seek a 6% pay rise to manage increasing living costs and compare their current salaries with counterparts at other broadcasters, such as the BBC or ITV. STV has argued that they can only afford to raise wages by 6% for their lowest earners, stating economic constraints prevent broader increases. Negotiations between STV and NUJ are set to continue later in the week.

Furthermore, in Scotland, strikes related to equal pay disputes have been affecting various councils. Nearly 500 women across Falkirk, Renfrewshire, and West Dunbartonshire councils have participated in strikes, demanding adjustments to their pay, which they argue is unfairly graded in comparison to male-dominated positions. This follows a significant 2018 Glasgow strike where over 8,000 women achieved a substantial payout. These strikes have highlighted ongoing issues with gender pay disparity within Scottish local authorities. The GMB union has cautioned that failing to resolve these disputes could financially damage these councils, likening the situation to “the Titanic approaching an iceberg.” They also anticipate potential further strikes and substantial back payments should pay reviews favor the workers.