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WATCH: Employees at Pick n Pay Longmeadow down tools
According to those involved, the strike was a result of unsuccessful negotiations held previously.
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Employees at the Pick n Pay distribution centre in Longmeadow downed tools this morning as part of a planned strike.
According to those involved, the strike was a result of unsuccessful negotiations held previously.
Among the demands set out by employees are the following:
- An end to strong racial language
- Racism
- An end to labour brokers
- Permanent jobs
- Normal working hours
- Salaries
The NEWS was on site this morning before representatives of the employees entered a meeting with management.
UPDATE
Negotiations are still ongoing. Representatives for the employees have been asked to continue talks after 2pm.
The NEWS awaits comment from Pick n Pay.
More details to follow.