Unite the union has today reacted to the announcement that HMGOG and Lifecome Care Gibraltar Limited have mutually agreed to end the Domiciliary Care and Home Support contract.

A statement continued: “Whilst it is disappointing that the contract with Lifecome Care Gibraltar Limited has ultimately ended unsuccessfully, it does present an opportunity to reset this service for the benefit of those working within and those using the service. Unite has already engaged with HMGOG to explore preliminary points around any TUPE transfer once the identity of the new provider is known to ensure a smooth transition of the service, service users and employees.

“The 30 day transitional period is key to that on-going provision of care to service users and at a meeting of Lifecome Unite members this afternoon it was agreed to postpone the strike action called for the 1st and 2nd April to allow for further proposals from HMGOG to be provided with regard to any proposed TUPE. There is a further General Meeting of members on Tuesday 1^st April to discuss any further developments and initial proposals from HMGOG as to the future of the service.”