In our place the only thing that is keeping some staff is the prospect of some type of bodged 'deal' between CWU/RM that allows senior staff to maybe move onto rural/semi rural duties in a re-pick with seniority. You know, the way things used to be...
We've 60 plus year olds hobbling up huge stairs etc, some having being made 'spare' due to their duties being absorbed. Any vacancies due to retirement etc, including rurals, go pretty much straight to new entrants.
That's exactly what's happened at our place, I hope so too
Been here 30+ years, 3 years to state pension age. Hoping/trying to retire early but not sure I'll manage that. Class 2 driver so at least the work is comparatively easy & stress free.
Basically it. The day I don't get paid on Friday is the day I'll really look to actually moving on. I've made plans but... regular money is just so hard to turn down for a risk.
