MOVES to unionise staff at Glasgow's Apple store have taken a step forward as bosses have agreed to sit down with staff this week. 

The Glasgow Times exclusively told last month how employees in the city branch would make UK history by becoming the first Apple union branch in the country.

Now GMB Scotland organisers have said management at the American tech giant will meet with staff to discuss union recognition.

It comes after staff held their first union meeting of Apple workers in McChuills on High Street where workers elected their first works committee. 

GMB organiser John Slaven said the "tone" of senior staff at the firm had been positive so far.

He said: "We are encouraged by the constructive tone from Apple.  

"GMB are pro-worker and not anti-employer.  

"Workers have voted with their feet in joining the GMB so we are looking forward to a constructive discussion with Apple.  

"These talks will be led by the Apple workers who have elected their own committee and who know the issues and workplace better than anyone."  

Apple has not as yet committed to recognising GMB Scotland, but it is hoped the meeting this week will find a way forward. 

The firm currently recognises unions in Sweden and France with moves being made by stores across America to introduce unionisation. 

A spokesperson for Apple did not comment on the meeting itself.

But they said: “We are fortunate to have incredible retail team members and we deeply value everything they bring to Apple. 

"We are pleased to offer very strong compensation and benefits, including private healthcare, enhanced parental leaves, paid family leave, annual stock grants and many other benefits for every team member.” 

Workers claimed low wages, lack of pay transparency and unfair shift patterns have pushed them to make the move.

Apple is one of the most successful multi-nation firms in the world with CEO Tim Cook receiving a remuneration package worth $98.7m last year. 

Store staff in Glasgow said they earn around £12 an hour and will demand a pay rise if union recognition is achieved.

GMB Scotland is backing staff by also lobbying politicians, including approaching First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.