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Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Albertsons and unions reach tentative agreement
US food and drug retailer Albertsons Companies, the holding company for Safeway and Vons supermarkets, has reached a tentative agreement with UFCW 8-Golden State, in collaboration with UFCW Locals 5 and 648. The proposed contract aims to enhance economic stability, health benefits and pension provisions for 25,000 employees of Albertsons, Safeway and Vons. It encompasses significant wage raises, a strengthened and secure retirement plan, adequately funded health care benefits and robust job protection clauses to foster a safer and more respectful workplace. UFCW 8-Golden State president Jacques Loveall stated: 'This agreement is the result of our members standing strong together. Because of their unity and determination, this new agreement will bring them the respect and dignity they deserve. 'These workers are more than the backbone of these companies — they are part of the fabric of our communities, and their efforts drive our shared success.' The tentative deal is the result of five months of negotiations, which escalated to continuous talks in the final stretch and included a looming strike threat by grocery workers from the Grapevine region to the Oregon border. Failure to reach a deal would have led to the first strike against Albertsons and its subsidiaries Safeway and Vons in northern and central California in three decades. The unions stated: 'We're deeply grateful to the customers we serve for their unwavering support. Your encouragement gave our members strength, resolve and the confidence to stand united. We were never alone, thanks to you.' UFCW 8-Golden State members employed at Albertsons and Vons stores in Kern, Inyo and Mono counties are also covered by a new provisional agreement. "Albertsons and unions reach tentative agreement" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. 擷取數據時發生錯誤 登入存取你的投資組合 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤 擷取數據時發生錯誤
Associated Press
a day ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Albertsons, Safeway and Vons Workers Reach Tentative Agreement, Avoid Historic Strike
ROSEVILLE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 27, 2025-- UFCW 8-Golden State, along with UFCW Locals 5 and 648, is proud to announce a tentative agreement with Albertsons Companies, parent company of Safeway and Vons grocery stores. The new deal delivers economic security, health care and pension improvements for 25,000 Albertsons, Safeway and Vons members. 'This agreement is the result of our members standing strong together,' said UFCW 8-Golden State President Jacques Loveall. 'Because of their unity and determination, this new agreement will bring them the respect and dignity they deserve. These workers are more than the backbone of these companies—they are part of the fabric of our communities, and their efforts drive our shared success.' The tentative agreement includes: This breakthrough follows five months of intensive negotiations, round-the-clock bargaining sessions in the final days and the threat of a walkout involving more than 25,000 grocery workers from the Grapevine to the Oregon Border. UFCW 8-Golden State members working in Albertsons and Vons locations in Kern, Inyo, and Mono Counties, covered under a separate expired contract, also have a new tentative agreement. Union leaders are confident members will recognize the value of the improvements gained through their solidarity and will distribute details about the ratification process in the coming days. 'We're deeply grateful to the customers we serve for their unwavering support. Your encouragement gave our members strength, resolve, and the confidence to stand united. We were never alone thanks to you,' Loveall said. Additional details about the agreement will be shared following the ratification vote. View source version on CONTACT: UFCW 8-Golden State President Jacques Loveall [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: PUBLIC POLICY/GOVERNMENT RETAIL CONVENIENCE STORE DISCOUNT/VARIETY SUPERMARKET LABOR FOOD/BEVERAGE SOURCE: UFCW 8-Golden State Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 07/27/2025 08:40 AM/DISC: 07/27/2025 08:40 AM
Reuters
18-07-2025
- Business
- Reuters
WNBA has failed to meet players' priorities in CBA talks, union says
INDIANAPOLIS, July 17 (Reuters) - The Women's National Basketball Players Association and the WNBA appeared no closer to finding common ground on a labor agreement on Thursday, as negotiations continued amid fears over a potential work stoppage. The two sides, including more than 40 players, met on Thursday ahead of the All-Star Game this weekend in Indianapolis amid reports of serious discord between players and the league in their labor negotiations. "The WNBA's response to our proposals fails to address the priorities we've voiced from the day we opted out," the WNBPA said in a statement. The union called for "a transformational CBA (collective bargaining agreement) that delivers our rightful share of the business that we've built, improves working conditions, and ensures the success we create lifts both today's players and the generations that follow." The WNBA did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The current CBA was hailed as a landmark moment for women's sports in 2020, when the league and players reached their agreement, with increased pay, improved travel and a host of new maternity benefits. But rapid growth in the WNBA has transformed the league, with an 11-year, $2.2 billion media rights deal kicking in with the 2026 season, and players opted to ditch the deal before it was set to expire in 2027. A work stoppage could be catastrophic for the league, which is set to debut two new teams in Portland and Toronto next year, and it said last month three more teams would debut in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia in 2028, 2029 and 2030, respectively. "We've told the league and teams exactly why their proposal falls so short," the union said. "This business is booming - media rights, ratings, revenue, team valuations, expansion fees, attendance, and ticket sales - are all up in historic fashion." The WNBA has enjoyed tremendous momentum with surging TV viewership and attendance, as last year's playoffs generated the best ratings in 25 years, and a host of young stars, including the Indiana Fever's Caitlin Clark, have brought in new fans. This weekend's All-Star Game festivities in Indianapolis were expected to draw unprecedented interest, and banners featuring the top-flight league's star players were plastered across the city's bustling downtown. "Short-changing the working women who make this business possible stalls growth," the WNBPA said, reiterating its commitment to return to negotiations. "The only thing more unsustainable than the current system is pretending it can go on forever."
CBS News
17-07-2025
- Business
- CBS News
6 Massachusetts communities impacted by trash strike file lawsuit against Republic Services
Six communities across Massachusetts impacted by the ongoing trash collector strike filed a complaint in Salem Superior Court Thursday morning asking a judge to put an end to it. "We filed a suit to try and get some relief from the court to require Republic to pick up our trash and recycling," said Beverly Mayor Michael Cahill. The complaint included Canton, Danvers, Gloucester, Beverly, Peabody and Malden. Thursday marked 17 days since the communities received regular trash removal services after union workers walked off the job July 1, demanding better pay and benefits from Republic Services. "Residents can't do this any longer. Our cities and towns can't handle this any longer," said Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey. "It's a public safety issue. Republic's got to get back to the negotiating table." In response to public scrutiny, Republic Services released a statement Thursday emphasizing their commitment to reaching a strong labor agreement that benefits employees and customers. "Regarding the lawsuit filed today, it is disappointing that these six communities have taken this route as we continue to work with our municipal partners to address their needs," the statement said. For nearly three weeks, Beverly resident and business owner Alex Weatherup says his trash has been piling up. "It does not smell good in my apartment right now. It's hot, it's smelly, and it's not great," he said. Paul Guanci echoed that sentiment saying, "It has affected our business; we've actually rented a big dumpster out back for just our recycling." Back in June, Gloucester Mayor Greg Verga and Beverly Mayor Mike Cahlil say Republic warned them of a potential strike. However, Cahill says, "They said they were trying their best to avoid it but if one happened that we didn't have to worry. They promised that they were a big national company, that they would have resources in our communities to pick up our trash and recycling." "There were promises made leading up to the strike and there have been promises made and unfulfilled since the strike," Verga added. Both mayors told WBZ that they've been in contact with local reps from the company but have yet to hear from the CEO directly. "Our health director went around yesterday with our inspectors and took pictures of about 25 dumpsters that were full and overflowing," Cahill said. To get rid of the trash, Weatherup hired a private collection service. "We had to call junk removal services to take out trash for the condos, the shop, the restaurant," he said. And while the extra business has benefitted Jared Epstein's junk collection service, he says "You know, not ideal for our community." It's helpful for now, but Mayor Cahill says it's no permanent solution. "Fourteen thousand customers. There's no way any small businessperson can do that," he said. A hearing for the lawsuit is expected to be held on Monday at 2 p.m.
CBC
17-07-2025
- Automotive
- CBC
Unifor Local 444, NextStar reach tentative agreement to unionize EV battery plant
Social Sharing Unifor Local 444 says they've reached a tentative agreement to unionize the NextStar EV battery facility. A ratification vote is scheduled for employees for Sunday. "This tentative agreement reflects our union's unwavering commitment to fairness, respect, and a strong future in this new sector," said James Stewart, president of Unifor Local 444, in a statement posted to social media. "We thank our bargaining team and the employees of NextStar for their patience, participation, and solidarity throughout this process." Nextstar, the EV battery manufacturing facility in the city's east end, started production last fall. At full production it will employ 2,500 people and is expected to create thousands of spin-off jobs in Windsor's auto sector. The facility, a joint venture between LG Energy Solutions and Stellantis, broke ground in 2022. Unifor Local 444 already represents more than 4,500 workers at the Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant. The union notes says the initial tentative deal is a "significant milestone and sets the bar in securing strong representation and protections for workers in this emerging electrified sector." In a statement, the company acknowledged it had reached a deal with the union.
