Dave Gill – Usdaw National Officer says: “Staff in Homebase stores are extremely worried for the future after company’s ownership changes hands yet again. Clearly the sale for just one pound is very disturbing. I am in touch with the company and we are seeking urgent meetings to secure jobs.

“Obviously the Wesfarmers ownership has been a disaster and we are hopeful that Hilco can help turn the business around. It is crucial that the company listens to the staff and invests in their experience and expertise to make a success of the business from the currently very low base.

“Usdaw is the trade union for Homebase staff and now more than ever they need the representation and support we can provide. I am writing to all our members working in Homebase to reassure them that Usdaw will provide support, advice and representation throughout the period of transition.”

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Usdaw (Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers) is the UK's fifth biggest and the fastest growing trade union with over 430,000 members. Membership has increased by more than 28% over the decade. Most Usdaw members work in the retail sector, but the union also has many members in transport, distribution, food manufacturing, chemicals and other trades.
 
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