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NTUCB Stands With BSCFA
posted (November 17, 2014)
Today the National Trade Union Congress expressed its support for the Cane Farmers Association. A release says quote, "the Congress unequivocally denounces the current stand being taken by American Sugar Refinery… as downright undermining of the bedrock of collective representation/bargaining that the foundation of labour and labourers' rights is built on." End quote.

They warns that quote, "If given life, it will entirely change the landscape of private sector; interfacing with public sector."

And while so much is being said about it - at this time, ASR/BSI isn't saying anything. The company says tomorrow is the deadline for consultation and by Friday 21st. November, it will issue a final agreement.

Of course, if no significant bloc of farmers takes up the company on its offer - the Cane Farmers Association is counting on the eventuality that they will be forced back to the table.

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