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On Wednesday 2nd July 2025 East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) NHS Trust formally wrote to colleagues who work on the Fast Response Vehicles (FRV) that there would be imminent changes to the level of cover provided. The Trust had decided not to enter into a formal consultation process, the plan was (and still is) to […]

Dear Members, Today in collaboration both trade unions in EMAS, GMB & Unison have held a meeting with the Director of Operations, Deputy Director of Operations and Deputy Director of People around the proposed changes to colleagues who work on our Fast Response Vehicles. Following this meeting we have agreed to digest these discussions, as […]

Dear Colleagues/Members East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) Trust is proposing a fundamental change to Fast Response Vehicle (FRV) crewed by Paramedics/Technicians across the whole of its catchment area. The basic principle of this is to reduce the amount of FRV’s by approximately 50%, this will in our opinion have an impact on our patients and […]

We at GMB@EMAS understand that any form of Rostering review is a highly emotive time, we will make sure that the trust listen to our members

GMB EMAS has successfully challenged the recent changes to meal break deployment. EMAS will now revert to the previous system and work with unions to develop a more balanced, staff-friendly approach that ensures breaks are fair and within appropriate timeframes.

GMB Congress has backed a motion from GMB@EMAS calling for stronger protections for disabled workers seeking reasonable adjustments, including fairer access to flexible working and updated employer guidance.

GMB EMAS objected to the recent changes to the Meal Break Deployment prior to it being implemented. However, despite out objection, EMAS have introduced this on a trial basis.

GMB@EMAS members are now being consulted on the Government’s 3.6% NHS pay award, which falls short of the 4.25% awarded in Scotland. The ballot closes on 17 July – use your vote, as non-responses count as acceptance. This update also includes key info on leadership feedback, body worn cameras, occupational health, and your right to representation.

The Government has accepted a 3.6% NHS pay rise for Agenda for Change staff, backdated to April 2025. GMB’s consultative ballot is now live – have your say before 17th July.