Labor Unions and Companies Avert Strikes with Last-Minute Agreements
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Members of Transport Workers Union Local 234, SEPTA's largest, have voted unanimously to authorize a strike against the transit agency as bargaining enters a crucial phase. The union is prioritizing public safety in the talks, demanding more protection against crime and disorder on the system. They are also seeking provisions to combat staffing shortages and improve pay rates. SEPTA, facing financial challenges, is in contract talks with three other unions as well.
Topics:business#contract-negotiations#labor-relations#public-safety#septa#strike-authorization#transport-workers-union
- TWU Local 234 members vote to strike against SEPTA if necessary The Philadelphia Inquirer
- Duquesne Light, union reach agreement on eve of potential strike TribLIVE
- Over 1,000 SEPTA workers vote to authorize strike if one is necessary after contract expires on Oct. 31 WPVI-TV
- Duquesne Light reaches a last-minute deal with its union to avoid strike Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
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