THE RMT union has slammed bosses at Carlisle Support Services alleging bullying and intimidating behaviour towards members after they overwhelmingly voted to strike over pay and holiday allowance.

The company is said to have demanded to know employees’ union membership status and falsely suggested strike action would be illegal.

RMT general secretary Mick Lynch said: “These pathetic and reprehensible tactics by this employer will not work and will only strengthen the resolve of our members.

“Carlisle Support Services are refusing to pay decent wages to and now add insult to injury by being threatening and intimidating.

“They need to understand that RMT will not be browbeaten or cowed by any employer and will support its members every step of the way in their fight for fair pay and to be treated properly in the workplace.”

He warned further threats to members will result in more strike action.

The company was approached for comment.