V&A Workers' Union Demands Public Areas Close Above 30°C in Strike Ballot Over Heatwave Conditions

Over 300 V&A workers across four London sites are balloting for strike action, with PCS demanding management close public areas when temperatures exceed 30°C. The Guardian reports this is thought to be among the first strike ballots tied to heatwave workplace concerns. If successful, the demand could set a precedent for cultural institutions facing climate-driven safety risks. PCS launched the ballot on 23 July 2026.