GMB sign recognition agreement with Sonco UK Bidco Ltd

GMB sign recognition agreement with Sonco UK Bidco Ltd following the sale of Maxims casino by Gentings

We believe that our working relationship with Sonco will continue to grow, which will allow us to negotiate pay and better conditions, says GMB London

GMB, the union for casino workers, have signed a recognition agreement with gaming company Sonco UK Bidco Ltd following the sale of Maxims Casino in Kensington by Malaysian company, Gentings.

The sale of Maxims Casino and resulting recognition agreement comes following a long TUPE consultation which the GMB were involved in.

Sonco UK Bidco Ltd is a UK branch of Sonco Gaming Inc., a Canadian gaming company, who’s other casinos include the Grey Eagle Resort in Calgary, Canada.

Anna Meyer, GMB Regional Organiser said:

“GMB are very pleased to sign a recognition agreement with Sonco UK Bidco Ltd.

“GMB believe that it is a very positive move signing a recognition agreement from the start with Sonco, and believe this reflects a commitment to a good working relationship, which will allow us to negotiate pay and conditions, promote fairness at work and highlight health and safety issues for our members.”

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Contact: Anna Meyer 07974 251808 or GMB London Press office 07970 114762