BAE Systems confronts Unite strike following rejection of 3.6% wage proposal
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Oct 22 2025
0mins
Source: Reuters
Strike Action Announced: Members of Britain's Unite union are set to strike at BAE Systems' Warton and Samlesbury sites after rejecting a 3.6% pay offer, which they consider a real-terms wage cut.
Strike Duration: The first phase of the strike will take place from November 5th to November 25th, affecting four sections including manufacturing and quality control.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
