Protesters from Starbucks Workers United gathered outside a Starbucks store in Dupont Circle, Washington, D.C., on Nov. 16, 2023, with the Starbucks logo in the background. This demonstration comes as Starbucks and the union representing some baristas have reached a significant milestone in their negotiations, with unionized cafe workers set to receive the same pay increases that nonunion workers received in May 2022.
The wage hikes are a positive step forward in the ongoing discussions between Starbucks and Workers United, an affiliate of the Service Employees International Union. This move demonstrates Starbucks’ commitment to reaching a resolution with the union, which has organized over 300 company-owned Starbucks locations.
In a joint announcement, both parties revealed that they have made progress during recent mediation discussions, signaling a potential breakthrough in their negotiations. These talks are part of a larger legal dispute related to Workers United’s use of Starbucks’ branding, which was initially sparked by a social media post from the union’s account.
2024-02-28 01:48:20
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