More BAE strikes planned after High Court ruling

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said "BAE's antics in court" had "further infuriated workers"

Further strike action is planned at BAE Systems factories in Lancashire as part of an ongoing pay dispute.

The defence company lost a High Court bid earlier this month to prevent employees from walking out of two of its sites in Samlesbury and Warton.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said "BAE's antics in court" had "further infuriated workers" who plan to "now be bringing BAE to its knees between now and Christmas".

BAE said the company's offer "which includes enhancements to pay and pension" was "fair".

Unite members originally voted to strike after rejecting a 3.6% pay offer.

They walked out on 5 November, with the strike due to last until 25 November.

Further strike action will now take place from 26 November until 17 December, said Unite.

The union's members will also not work any overtime, travel off-site or complete any additional training.

They will also withdraw from any voluntary roles.

BAE said: "We believe the company's offer, which includes enhancements to pay and pensions and has been accepted by all 18 of the other Unite bargaining groups in our UK business, is fair and ensures that our employees will continue to receive market-leading pay and reward, while balancing our need to be competitive and affordable for our customers.

"Our priority remains to protect our people, our business and deliver on our commitments to our customers."