The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) is voicing concerns over the delayed civil investigation into P&O Ferries’ 2022 dismissal of 800 seafarers. The union criticizes the Insolvency Service for its slow progress, arguing it undermines public confidence and allows company leaders to evade accountability for their actions.
Nautilus International has welcomed Peter Hebblethwaite’s exit from P&O Ferries, viewing it as a chance to prioritize maritime professionals’ rights. His tenure was marked by the unlawful dismissal of 786 seafarers in 2022, prompting calls for accountability and stronger employment protections. The union urges new leadership to engage constructively with trade unions.
P&O FERRIES CEO Peter Hebblethwaite faced backlash for admitting workers were paid under £5 an hour. The TUC criticized his lack of remorse for illegal sackings and poverty pay. Despite earning £508,000, Hebblethwaite defended the low wages, sparking calls for a New Deal for Working People to protect seafarers from exploitation.
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