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Mass meeting at Amcor
by Union Solidarity Monday August 14, 2006 at 01:11 AM

To comply with a Federal Court order the AMWU State Secretary will recommend a return to work at a mass meeting at 10am. Unions however are democratic institutions; the recommendation to return to work can either be accepted or rejected. The feeling to stay out until the issue of forced redundancies is resolved is strong.

Amcor Flexibles
29 Bell St
Preston
[Between Chifley Dv and Albert St]

The AMCOR strike is entering a new phase tomorrow (Monday 14 august). To comply with a Federal Court order the AMWU State Secretary will recommend a return to work at a mass meeting at 10am. A letter given to the members states the intention of the meeting.

“The purpose of the meeting is to comply with section 1 (b) and (c) of the order”

These sections direct the union to “take all steps reasonably available under its rules” to ensure a return to work. The Federal Court has threatened to jail AMWU officials and seize union assets if the union fails to comply with the order.

Unions however are democratic institutions; the recommendation to return to work can either be accepted or rejected. The feeling to stay out until the issue of forced redundancies is resolved is strong.

AMCOR workers need supporters before, during and after the meeting. More updates will come you need to keep in contact with the website and the picket. Things could change very quickly in the new situation. Please consider turning up and give your support if you haven't as yet, spread the word.

messages of support: contact@unionsolidarity.org | Community picket roster: Paullie 0402 273 677

more info: background to dispute | Support Amcor workers leaflet | Dave Kerin 0412 484 094 | Joe Montero 0402 679 201, 9486 6306

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