Here we go again. Bank of Queensland has announced it will close another tranche of branches following the corporatisation of its owner-managed branches (OMB).
We’re not surprised – we called BOQ out on their future agenda when the OMB transition plan was first announced.
From July to September, a further eight branches will close in Subiaco, Sydney Markets, Aspley, Edge Hill, Aitkenvale, Surfers Paradise, Campbelltown and Byron Bay, leaving these local communities without a BOQ branch. These are in addition to Manly, NSW, which closed on 30 May.
BOQ has said affected employees will either be redeployed or offered voluntary alternate roles. However, we know this can be a stressful process for employees and cause major disruptions to our working lives.
Our union, the FSU, will guide you through the process and ensure you receive any owed entitlements.
Already been through a closure following the OMB transition?
We want to know how you think BOQ has managed this.
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No doubt there will be further branch closures and job cuts from BOQ in the future.Being a union member will put you in the best possible position to ensure due process is followed.
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