23 May 2025

On Friday 23 May the GMB Union confirmed that their members amongst our lock and weir keepers on the non-tidal River Thames voted in favour of industrial action. We are disappointed with this outcome, but remain committed to working with our staff and the GMB to resolve this issue.

We do not know yet what form any industrial action might take, but our planning to mitigate any effects, including on our water level management capability, is well underway. We will also ensure that we provide clear and timely guidance to those boaters, businesses, and communities should any impacts be identified.