Starbucks Seeks to Repair Employee Relations Through Union Contract Talks

Starbucks has expressed its desire to resume contract negotiations with the union that represents over 9,000 of its workers. The company proposed that bargaining continue in January with a set of organized stores. Starbucks also requested that the meetings be conducted without audio or video recording, while the union has previously advocated for videoconferencing to allow more members to participate. The union is currently reviewing the letter and considering its response. The two sides have been at a deadlock for over six months, with issues ranging from Pride Month décor to accusations of company retaliation.