BP to scrap paid rest breaks and most bank holiday bonuses for forecourt staff
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BP will eliminate paid rest breaks and most bank holiday bonuses for 5,400 forecourt workers in its 310 company-run locations starting in February. This decision is intended to offset a planned rise in hourly pay to £13.45, in line with the Living Wage Foundation's standards, which BP committed to in 2020. While hourly wages will increase by 6.7%, some employees claim the benefit cuts will reduce take-home pay, effectively negating the wage increase. The changes impact paid 20-30 minute breaks and premium pay for bank holiday work, potentially affecting workers' overall earnings. A source suggests employees may not fully understand their rights regarding the contractual changes.
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