From January 2026, nearly 10,000 electricians employed by around 550 employers.
will receive a 3.95% rise, followed by a 4.6% rise in 2027 and a 4.85% rise in 2028. Cumulatively, wages will increase by 14% over three years.聽
The deal was negotiated by unions through the Joint Industry Board (JIB).
Sharon Graham, general secretary of the Unite union, said: 鈥淭his excellent deal was reached because the JIB employers know Unite members have strong collective bargaining powers. Throughout the construction industry and across the economy, Unite鈥檚 total dedication to improving jobs, pay and conditions is winning for workers.鈥�
Apprentices will receive a 2% rise in 2027 and a 3% rise in 2028. The deal also provides improvements to sick pay.
In addition, Unite will begin discussions with Electrical Contractors Association, the employers鈥� side of the JIB, on improving terms and conditions for pensions and travel expenditure.
Unite national officer for construction, Jason Poulter, said: 鈥淭his multi-year deal shows the power of Unite鈥檚 electrical membership to win for workers and deliver increasing rates of pay and improved conditions.
鈥淭he increase of 14% over the next three years was hard won by our union through Unite鈥檚 lay member negotiators. Alongside the increase to electrical apprenticeship pay, this represents an excellent result only achievable by solid union organisation and workers coming together to ensure their skills are properly valued.鈥�
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