St. Albans Strike Deepens: Why Workers Shunned the New Contract
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The ongoing St. Albans dairy strike continues as workers reject a new contract due to ULP charges, cost-of-living adjustments, and benefits, affecting the dairy supply chain.
The labor dispute at the Vermont dairy plant has entered its second week, with accusations of unfair labor practices adding complexity to negotiations. Workers at the St. Albans Cooperative Creamery, organized under the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 597, rejected the management's latest contract by a vote of 64 to 18, indicating dissatisfaction with pay, benefits, and working conditions. This ongoing strike has forced the company to employ temporary replacements, escalating tensions and impacting regional dairy supply and economics.
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