Shaw's Warehouse Workers Ratify New Contract, Ending Strike

(Metropolitan Washington Council, AFL-CIO)

Associates at the Shaw's Methuen (MA) distribution center have ratified a mediator-recommended settlement agreement, ending the strike that began March 7 (Local UFCW Members Support Strikers In Massachusetts 5/3/2010 UC). "Congratulations to our brothers and sisters at Shaw's," said UFCW Local 400 President Tom McNutt, "Just as their struggle was our struggle, we share their victory as well and look forward to a victory soon for the striking Teamsters at Daycon here in Washington and at Mott's in upstate New York." The four-year contract continues Shaw's long-standing history of providing good wages, comprehensive and affordable health care and a generous retirement plan. It also allows the company to operate more efficiently and address changing business conditions in a very competitive marketplace. Both sides are committed to working together to meet the needs of the business and its customers. - photo by Marc Goumbri