Workers at Diageo’s Cameronbridge distillery are set to strike from today (28 September) following weeks of disputes over the company about job reductions.

The trade union Unite stated over 100 members will bring production to a standstill and will begin with a protest at the main gate of the distillery from 5am to coincide with the industrial disruption.

The Scottish distillery is one of the major producers of the alcohol manufacturer’s portfolio of drinks, including Johnny Walker, Bailey’s, Don Julio and Guinness.

Unite stated the dispute is based on hundreds of jobs across the company’s operations in Scotland, with many roles under review at Cameronbridge.

Unite general secretary Sharon Graham said: “The company is making hundreds of millions of profit, but its management appear hell-bent on causing widespread disruption to its workforce and supplies because of corporate greed. That’s completely unacceptable, and we will fight it all the way.”

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According to Unite, Diageo has failed to consult on the job cuts at Cameronbridge, and the company did not provide information as part of the proposals.

However, the company argues the claims are unbiased and that Diageo has been consulting the staff members over the process.

A spokesperson for Diageo said: “We are disappointed with the decision to strike. We do not expect any disruption to the availability of our products resulting from this action.

“The proposal to remove up to ten roles at Cameronbridge Distillery is a difficult but necessary step as we maintain reduced production volumes. This approach protects the long-term competitiveness of our business.  We remain open to constructive dialogue with our employees and their representatives throughout this process.”