Reform UK’s Zia Yusuf has issued a stark warning to civil servants, threatening job losses and pension cuts if they attempt to sabotage any future Reform government. This warning follows reports that the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS), which represents 170,000 civil servants, is considering strikes in response to a possible Nigel Farage-led administration.
The PCS is set to vote this week on a motion proposing an “industrial defence strategy” against a Reform government. The motion signals readiness for strike action with minimal notice, indicating a potential conflict with Whitehall should Reform gain power.
Responding on X (formerly Twitter), Mr Yusuf stated: “Good luck to them. Our legislation will mean they’ll lose their jobs and their employer pensions if they do this. And save the taxpayer huge sums in redundancy pay! Everyone wins!” This statement highlights Reform UK’s firm stance against union resistance.
In addition to the PCS, the National Education Union (NEU) has called for the trade union movement to mobilise against Reform UK, urging teachers to oppose the party’s policies. Nigel Farage responded by criticising NEU leader Daniel Kebede, accusing him of politicising classrooms and promising to introduce a patriotic curriculum.
These developments underscore the growing tensions between Reform UK and public sector unions, focusing on issues such as job security, pay, and public sector reform if a Farage government takes office.
Originally published by UKNIP.
