The Unite union claims that the pay offer to staff represents 'a significant real terms pay cut'.
Workers at Prestwick airport are being asked to vote on strike action in a dispute over pay.
The ballot, which closes on 19 July, includes security staff, firefighters, ground crew, cargo and cleaners.Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said that with the Retail Prices Index standing at 11.7%, there needed to be an "urgent" improvement to the pay proposals."While directors' pay is protected, workers are being told to take a substantial real terms pay cut," she said.
"Prestwick Airport and the Scottish government need to put an improved offer on the table because Unite will resolutely support our members in their fight for better jobs, pay and conditions."
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