GMB Scotland said its members accepted the improved pay offer by a majority of 59.7%.
The union representing NHS and ambulance staff in Scotland have accepted the latest pay offer from the Scottish government.Health Secretary Humza Yousaf has been locked in negotiations with health unions in recent months amid the threat of industrial action.while members of three unions considered the improved deal.
The offer also includes the commitment to modernising Agenda for Change, which is nearly 20 years old, to support workforce recruitment, sustainability and retention. He said: "Three-fifths of our membership have voted to accept this offer, removing the threat of strike action across NHS Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service this year on pay and conditions.
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