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Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as workers push for recognition

Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as workers push for recognition

GMB says that as a top-rated ethical company, UK’s largest energy firm should welcome involvement of unions

Workers are pushing for union recognition at the UK’s largest energy company, Octopus Energy, known as a progressive organisation with a focus on renewable energy.

The GMB union is planning to submit a formal proposal for voluntary recognition at the London-based company and says Octopus, as a top rated ethical business, should welcome the involvement of trade unions.

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