Uruguay's Dairy Workers Federation Decides Against Actions Amidst Coleme Situation

Background

The Federación de Trabajadores de la Industria Láctea (Federation of Dairy Industry Workers) in Uruguay has decided against taking immediate measures in response to the current situation at Coleme, a prominent dairy enterprise. This decision was confirmed during a plenary session, indicating that no immediate industrial action will be taken by the workers.

Statements from Leaders

Pedro Toledo, a leading figure within the union, mentioned in an interview with Radio Monte Carlo that the plenary resolved to move to Melo, a strategic location where they plan to establish a presence and explore potential measures to propose to the workforce.

Criticism of Management and Political Figures

Toledo criticized the company's management and government figures, including the local mayor, for their handling of the situation, particularly concerning plans to sell the land currently occupied by the company. He expressed concerns over the decisions being made at the municipal level, which could impact the future operations of the dairy facility.

Efforts to Engage with the Government

Toledo further emphasized that the union has already sought meetings with newly appointed officials from the Ministry of Labor, hoping for more constructive discussions and solutions compared to those with current authorities.

Parallel Concerns

The precarious situation of another dairy cooperative, Calcar, based in Carmelo, was also highlighted. The union remains vigilant and is seeking to address these pressing challenges facing the dairy sectors across the region.