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Teamsters Sue UPS for Breach of National Contract
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters Sue UPS for Breach of National Contract
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Press Contact: Kara Deniz Phone: (202) 497-6610 Email: kdeniz@teamster.org
(WASHINGTON) - The Teamsters Union filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction against United Parcel Service today, demanding the company shut down its plan to roll out a second illegal buyout scam targeting UPS Teamsters drivers. The package giant has told the union it aims to announce the Driver Choice
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters Sue UPS for Breach of National Contract
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Press Contact: Kara Deniz Phone: (202) 497-6610 Email: kdeniz@teamster.org
(WASHINGTON) - The Teamsters Union filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order and preliminary injunction against United Parcel Service today, demanding the company shut down its plan to roll out a second illegal buyout scam targeting UPS Teamsters drivers. The package giant has told the union it aims to announce the Driver ChoiceProgram (DCP) this week.
In court filings with the U.S. District Court in Massachusetts, the Teamsters detailed at least six violations of its National Master Agreement by UPS in the rollout of the buyout program, including direct dealing of new contracts with workers, elimination of union jobs when UPS contractually agreed to establish more positions, and erosion of the rights and privileges of union shop stewards, among other charges.
Since late January, the Teamsters issued more than 57 requests for information and documents to UPS related to its plans for a revised driver buyout. UPS CEO Carol Tome and other corporate executives ignored the union's requests and appear to have developed the DCP behind closed doors in direct violation of the UPS Teamsters agreement. The national contract was overwhelmingly ratified in 2023 to protect hundreds of thousands of full- and part-time workers.
"For the second time in six months, UPS has proven it doesn't care about the law, has no respect for its contract with the Teamsters, and is determined to try to screw our members out of their hard-earned money," said Teamsters General President Sean M. O'Brien. "If Carol Tome has buyer's remorse for the historic, legally binding contract she signed with rank-and-file Teamsters, that's her problem. Our union will not allow UPS to inflate its earnings reports on the backs of Teamsters families. We've given too much to grow and sustain this company, and we will not be sold short. UPS must dismantle its illegal buyout program and resolve its contract violations in the courts, or the Teamsters will see this greedy corporation in the streets."
If implemented, UPS's DCP would give drivers a one-time lump sum payment in exchange for Teamsters legally committing to never work for UPS again, to waive their rights to union representation, and to sacrifice a career's worth of strong union wages, employer-paid health care, and guaranteed retirement benefits.
The scope of UPS's updated buyout program is much broader than the payoff presented to workers late last summer, when UPS marketed payouts to more tenured drivers nearing retirement. The earlier program, which UPS called the Driver Voluntary Separation Program (DVSP), was widely rejected by Teamsters drivers nationwide, many of whom took to social media to shred and set fire to the insulting financial package offered by UPS to leave the company.
Multiple Teamsters local unions have filed grievances against UPS over the contract violations inherent in its DVSP program. Those grievances are expected to enter binding arbitration next month following a National Grievance Committee hearing between the union and the company.
The DCP, as noted in the union's lawsuit, would be offered to all drivers at UPS regardless of length of service and would do irreparable damage to the Teamsters and its right to representation. The letter of separation that workers would be forced to sign by management to complete enrollment in the program would be irrevocable, further damaging the union or any individual worker's ability to grieve or arbitrate the terms of separation.
In its motions before the court on Monday, the Teamsters requested an injunction to prevent the rollout of UPS's DCP and a stay on further action by the company to offer such incentive programs until an arbitrator's ruling on the pending DVSP violations. As the Teamsters noted in its filing in Massachusetts, the DVSP and DCP programs are unmistakably similar.
"UPS's latest DCP scam is more than a contract violation -it's an assault on the rule of law and on every member of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters," said General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman. "If UPS is allowed to move forward with this illegal program, it would cause irrevocable harm to our union and a majority of our hardworking members. The Teamsters Union ensured our members rejected UPS's insulting payoff last year. Unfortunately, UPS continues to reach new levels of greed and corruption that require our fight to continue."
On Jan. 27, UPS announced it collected more than $8.5 billion in cash during the previous quarter, returned more than $6.4 billion to shareholders, and spent $1 billion on stock buybacks.
Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow us on X @Teamsters and on Facebook at Facebook.com/teamsters.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/02/teamsters-sue-ups-for-breach-of-national-contract/
Teamsters at Belgioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at Belgioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(ROCHESTER, N.Y.) - Teamsters at the BelGioioso Cheese facility in Campbell, New York, represented by Teamsters Local 118, have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract that secures higher wages and strengthens job protections. The agreement covers 180 workers responsible for the production, maintenance, and distribution of Polly-O cheeses
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release:
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Teamsters at Belgioioso Cheese Ratify Contract
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Press Contact: Lena Melentijevic Phone: (347) 208-2279 Email: LMelentijevic@teamster.org
(ROCHESTER, N.Y.) - Teamsters at the BelGioioso Cheese facility in Campbell, New York, represented by Teamsters Local 118, have overwhelmingly ratified a new contract that secures higher wages and strengthens job protections. The agreement covers 180 workers responsible for the production, maintenance, and distribution of Polly-O cheesesacross the region.
"Our members made it clear they expected a contract that respected their work, and that's exactly what we achieved," said Tim Barbeto, President of Teamsters Local 118. "This agreement raises wages, improves benefits, and strengthens the workplace protections our members rely on every day."
The contract clarifies workplace rules, improves the posting process for line lead positions, limits the use of temporary workers, and strengthens rules around seniority and job assignments.
"This contract protects our jobs and gives us a stronger voice at work," said Thomas Didas, a steward. "We finally feel respected for the essential role we play in producing and shipping thousands of Polly-O cheese products."
Teamsters Local 118 proudly represents over 5,000 workers across upstate New York and in Northern Pennsylvania. For more information, go to teamsters118.com.
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Original text here: https://teamster.org/2026/02/teamsters-at-belgioioso-cheese-ratify-contract-2/
SAG-AFTRA National Board Approves TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiations Package
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 7 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release:
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SAG-AFTRA National Board Approves TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiations Package
The SAG-AFTRA National Board unanimously approved a TV/Theatrical/Streaming negotiations package during its scheduled one-day video plenary today. Bargaining with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for successor agreements to the TV/Theatrical/Streaming Contracts is set to begin Monday, Feb. 9. The current contracts expire June 30.
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LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 7 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release:
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SAG-AFTRA National Board Approves TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiations Package
The SAG-AFTRA National Board unanimously approved a TV/Theatrical/Streaming negotiations package during its scheduled one-day video plenary today. Bargaining with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers for successor agreements to the TV/Theatrical/Streaming Contracts is set to begin Monday, Feb. 9. The current contracts expire June 30.
Thenegotiations package was shaped with member input from across the country through SAG-AFTRA's wages and working conditions process, which gathered feedback on the issues and priorities that matter most to members working under the TV/Theatrical/Streaming contracts. The proposals within the negotiations package are confidential and are not released.
SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin said, "Over the past months, I've listened to members from every corner of our union talk about how their work and livelihoods are evolving. This negotiations package is rooted in those conversations. As we begin bargaining with the AMPTP, we do so united, prepared and focused on securing protections that reflect the realities of today's industry and the value our members bring to it every day."
SAG-AFTRA National Executive Director & Chief Negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland said, "This proposal package is the result of careful analysis, extensive member input and rigorous discussion by the National Board. We launch these negotiations with a clear strategy and a steadfast focus on achieving a deal that protects SAG-AFTRA members across all media and platforms."
The Board also received various operations reports, including:
President's Report
Astin reported on recent outreach and member engagement efforts, highlighting SAG-AFTRA's leadership within the broader labor movement and evolving media landscape. He cited participation in labor actions, industry and policy forums focused on emerging technology and artificial intelligence, and strong member involvement in wages and working conditions meetings ahead of TV/Theatrical/Streaming negotiations, underscoring the union's democratic process and preparedness for bargaining.
National Executive Director's Report
Crabtree-Ireland reported on imminent and ongoing negotiations across multiple sectors, underscoring artificial intelligence as a key focus of both bargaining and public policy efforts. He also highlighted continued progress in podcasts and audiobooks organizing as SAG-AFTRA strengthens its jurisdiction, enforcement and member education across growing audio platforms.
Finance Report
Secretary-Treasurer Michelle Hurd and Chief Financial Officer Arianna Ozzanto presented the year-to-date financial results, reporting performance favorable to the budget. The Board approved the annual 2% increase to base dues and initiation fees.
Governance Report
Chief Governance and Equity & Inclusion Officer Michelle Bennett provided updates on various administrative and governance matters.
The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. PT.
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About SAG-AFTRA
SAG-AFTRA represents approximately 160,000 actors, announcers, broadcast journalists, dancers, DJs, news writers, news editors, program hosts, puppeteers, recording artists, singers, stunt performers, voiceover artists and other entertainment and media professionals. SAG-AFTRA members are the faces and voices that entertain and inform America and the world. A proud affiliate of the AFL-CIO, SAG-AFTRA has national offices in Los Angeles and New York and local offices nationwide representing members working together to secure the strongest protections for entertainment and media artists into the 21st century and beyond. Visit SAG-AFTRA online at SAGAFTRA.org.
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Original text here: https://www.sagaftra.org/sag-aftra-national-board-approves-tvtheatricalstreaming-negotiations-package
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National Education Union: Incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive in Pembrokeshire
LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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Incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive in Pembrokeshire
Commenting on the incident that occurred at Milford Haven Comprehensive in Pembrokeshire, Daniel Kebede, General Secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
"Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No one
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LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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Incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive in Pembrokeshire
Commenting on the incident that occurred at Milford Haven Comprehensive in Pembrokeshire, Daniel Kebede, General Secretary of the National Education Union, said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
"Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No oneshould ever have to experience violent or aggressive behaviour while carrying out their work or their studies.
"The NEU has been in touch with our members at the school to offer whatever support they may need at this distressing time".
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Original text here: https://neu.org.uk/latest/press-releases/incident-milford-haven-comprehensive-pembrokeshire?_locale=en
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NEU Cymru Comment on Incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NEU Cymru comment on incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
Commenting on the incident that happened at Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire, Nicola Fitzpatrick, Wales Secretary for the National Education Union said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No one should
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LONDON, England, Feb. 7 -- The National Education Union issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NEU Cymru comment on incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School
Commenting on the incident that happened at Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire, Nicola Fitzpatrick, Wales Secretary for the National Education Union said:
"The NEU is very saddened to hear of the shocking incident at Milford Haven Comprehensive School. Our thoughts are with the teacher, their family, and the whole school community.
Schools should be places of safety for everyone who passes through the gates. No one shouldever have to experience violent or aggressive behaviour while carrying out their work or their studies.
The NEU has been in touch with our members at the school to offer whatever support they may need at this distressing time.
It is vital that all stakeholders urgently address the rise in violence and aggression in ways that meet the needs of the learners and crucially keep staff and students safe in settings across Wales."
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Original text here: https://neu.org.uk/latest/press-releases/neu-cymru-comment-incident-milford-haven-comprehensive-school?_locale=en
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NABTU Statement on Gateway Tunnel Project Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Feb. 7 -- The AFL-CIO North America's Building Trades Unions issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NABTU STATEMENT ON GATEWAY TUNNEL PROJECT SHUTDOWN
North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey issued the following statement:
"Today's shutdown of the Gateway Project is a reckless and profound failure of responsibility by the federal government. Stopping work on this nationally critical $16 billion mega project endangers the economic stability of the Northeast Corridor, the livelihoods of thousands of skilled building trades members and
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 7 -- The AFL-CIO North America's Building Trades Unions issued the following statement on Feb. 6, 2026:
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NABTU STATEMENT ON GATEWAY TUNNEL PROJECT SHUTDOWN
North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) President Sean McGarvey issued the following statement:
"Today's shutdown of the Gateway Project is a reckless and profound failure of responsibility by the federal government. Stopping work on this nationally critical $16 billion mega project endangers the economic stability of the Northeast Corridor, the livelihoods of thousands of skilled building trades members andtheir families and directly undermines President Trump's stated goal of modernizing the infrastructure that keeps America competitive, secure, and moving.
"President Trump has rightly emphasized the need to rebuild and strengthen America's transportation systems, reinforce core infrastructure, put America first, create good American jobs, and protect domestic economic and national security. The Gateway Project directly advances all of those stated priorities. Yet the U.S. Department of Transportation's refusal to release already-approved federal funds needed to continue construction has brought this project to a halt. An essential rebuild of a century-old tunnel damaged by Superstorm Sandy now remains vulnerable, placing jobs, public safety, and national infrastructure at risk.
"This funding uncertainty affects more than just our members. Manufacturers, suppliers, investors, and scores of small businesses will also be impacted, as this uncertainty disrupts current and future development related to the Gateway Project. To the thousands of building trades members and stakeholders now facing uncertainty, we stand with you. To the governors and the Gateway Development Commission working to restore funding, we have your back. And to those with the authority to release these critical infrastructure dollars: enough is enough. America's need for critical infrastructure upgrades should not fall victim to politics.
"There have been public reports that a dispute over naming rights has delayed the release of funding for this project. NABTU wants to be clear: we view this critical infrastructure as America's Tunnel, and we are simply America's workforce, ready to do our part. The men and women of the building trades do not care what this project is called or ultimately named. What matters to us is the opportunity to do what we do best: build this project safely, on time, and in service of the people, commerce, and national interests it was designed to advance. NABTU will continue fighting relentlessly until this funding is restored, our members return to the job site, and this vital project moves forward once again, as it should have all along."
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Original text here: https://nabtu.org/press_releases/gateway-tunnel-project-shutdown/
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UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 7 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2026:
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UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
The UAW has voted to endorse Dan Osborn, an Independent candidate for U.S. Senate from Nebraska.
"Dan Osborn is one of us. A union member who came up through the ranks to fight for economic and social justice for the working class," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "We don't need another lawyer or corporate hack who only cares about the richest Americans in the U.S. Senate, we need independent blue-collar fighters like Dan.
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DETROIT, Michigan, Feb. 7 -- The United Automobile Workers issued the following news on Feb. 6, 2026:
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UAW Endorses Independent Dan Osborn in Nebraska U.S. Senate Race
The UAW has voted to endorse Dan Osborn, an Independent candidate for U.S. Senate from Nebraska.
"Dan Osborn is one of us. A union member who came up through the ranks to fight for economic and social justice for the working class," said UAW President Shawn Fain. "We don't need another lawyer or corporate hack who only cares about the richest Americans in the U.S. Senate, we need independent blue-collar fighters like Dan.Wealth inequality is out of control in our country. The rich continue to take all the profits while the affordability crisis leaves working class people scraping to get by paycheck to paycheck. If we're going to change this system, we need to elect working-class people to the halls of Congress who understand this. We're proud to stand with Dan Osborn and ready to elect him to take on corporate greed and our rigged political system."
"UAW Region 4 is on the front lines of the class war on blue collar America, and Dan Osborn is right there with us," said UAW Region 4 Director Brandon Campbell, whose region covers the state of Nebraska. "Dan is an independent, who is loyal only to the working class. From his leadership in the Kellogg strike to taking on Tyson as they try to devastate the Midwest with another massive plant closure to pad Wall Street's bottom line, Dan has proven he's got the guts and the experience to take corporate America head on, and working Nebraskans are ready to elect him to the U.S. Senate."
"The United Auto Workers helped build this country and ushered in our nation's greatest eras of prosperity for working people," said Dan Osborn. "With their leadership and working class representation in the Senate, we can return to that prosperity and level the playing field for workers once again. I am honored and humbled by their endorsement, and I will always be a fighter for them and all working people in the U.S. Senate."
The UAW will convene for its biannual Community Action Program Conference in Washington DC, February 8-11, where Osborn will address hundreds of UAW members. For more information, visit UAW.org/cap2026.
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Original text here: https://uaw.org/uaw-endorses-independent-dan-osborn-in-nebraska-u-s-senate-race/
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