Delhaize Store Strike Ends as Bailiff Removes Blockade
Waterloo, Walloon Brabant – In a recent campaign conducted by staff representatives at the Delhaize store in Waterloo, shopping carts were used to block access to the supermarket, and strikers were stationed at the entrance. However, the strike was short-lived as a bailiff arrived on the scene and had the strike post removed.
The common trade union front initiated the action at the store entrance at 7:30 am. However, just an hour later, the bailiff informed the strikers that a new court ruling had confirmed that access to the shops should not be blocked. As a result, the strike was lifted, and customers were allowed to enter the store shortly before 9 a.m.
This development comes after Delhaize’s management obtained a court order earlier this week, prohibiting the blocking of access to shops in Walloon Brabant. The order, which carries penalties, is valid until June 27. Despite this, the unions decided to continue their protest actions against the franchising of Delhaize stores.
Christophe Bouvier of the socialist trade union Setca explained, “That order was presented to us by a bailiff on Wednesday when we closed the Delhaize store in Genval. So we play cat and mouse with the management, to remind them that we are still here and that the staff do not want the franchising.”
Delhaize has reported that similar actions will take place on Saturday in five different stores, all located in Wallonia. The supermarket chain has assured that it will take the necessary measures to ensure that all stores can open as planned.
The ongoing dispute between Delhaize’s management and the unions regarding the franchising of stores remains unresolved. As the situation continues to unfold, both sides are expected to engage in further negotiations to find a resolution that satisfies all parties involved.
Source: BELGIUM
What led to the end of the Delhaize store strike in Waterloo?
Delhaize Store Strike Ends as Bailiff Removes Blockade
Waterloo, Walloon Brabant – The Delhaize store in Waterloo was recently hit by a strike organized by staff representatives. In a bid to make their voices heard, the strikers used shopping carts to block access to the supermarket, effectively shutting it down. However, their efforts were short-lived as a bailiff swiftly arrived on the scene and had the strike barricade removed.
The strike action was initiated by the common trade union front, who positioned themselves at the entrance of the store at 7:30 am. However, within just an hour, the bailiff informed the strikers that a new court ruling had come into effect, stating that access to the shops could not be blocked. This led to the strike being lifted and customers were allowed to enter the store a short while later, just before 9 a.m.
This latest development follows Delhaize management obtaining a court order earlier in the week, which prohibited the blocking of shop access in Walloon Brabant. The order is valid until June 27 and carries penalties for violation. Despite this, the unions decided to persist with their protest actions against the franchising of Delhaize stores.
Christophe Bouvier, representing the socialist trade union Setca, explained, “We were presented with that court order by a bailiff on Wednesday when we closed the Delhaize store in Genval. So we are playing a game of cat and mouse with the management, to remind them that we are still here and that the staff are opposed to franchising.”
Delhaize has confirmed that similar actions are planned for Saturday in five different stores located in Wallonia. The supermarket chain has assured customers that it will take all necessary measures to ensure that the stores can open as scheduled.
The ongoing dispute between Delhaize’s management and the unions regarding the franchising of stores remains unresolved. As the situation continues to unfold, both sides are expected to engage in further negotiations in an attempt to find a resolution that satisfies all parties involved.
It’s unfortunate to see that the strike at the Delhaize store in Walloon Brabant has escalated to the point where access is now being blocked. However, the recent court ruling lifting the protest provides an opportunity for dialogue and resolution. Hopefully, both sides can find a way to resolve their differences and ensure the store operates smoothly again.