The NLRB dismissed unfair labour practice charges that were filed by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) shortly after union employees in Williamson went on strike 23 May.
The board’s notification coincides with a vote by union employees ratifying a three-year labour contract, ending the strike.
“We maintained all along that we bargained in good faith with the RWDSU,” said Larry D Young, president and CEO of DPSG. “From the beginning of our negotiations, we sought an agreement that supported our business, and we’re very pleased with this resolution.”
The agreement comes after union members on Monday ratified the same terms they had rejected overwhelmingly in a 2 September vote. Union employees will return to work 20 September.
Source: Dr Pepper Snapple Group
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