Union Reports Diageo Employees in Belfast to Strike Over Pay Disagreement
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 28 2025
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Source: Reuters
Strike Vote and Action: Workers at Diageo's Belfast packaging site have voted unanimously to reject a pay offer, leading to an eight-day strike starting December 5.
Pay Disparity: The approximately 90 workers are demanding a significant pay increase to align their wages with those of employees at Diageo's Runcorn site in England.
Company's Response: Diageo has stated that it expects no disruption to Guinness supplies during the Christmas season due to contingency plans in place to mitigate the impact of the strike.
Market Competition: The strike occurs as Diageo faces challenges in maintaining its market position against cheaper competitors like Heineken and Anheuser-Busch InBev during the crucial holiday period.
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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.
