Bristol bakers dispute | Socialist Action 1983

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WORKERS at Parkers Bakery, Bishopsworth in Bristol dispute al c with . UVEL changed working pracrices.

The company, af the Sunblest group are ying to force the * orkforce VILU nour, five day week ather than the present ex day, eight hour shifts.

The company refused negotiate promise with the Baker's Lion, or go to ine Al• Stration Conciliation Advisory Service. ACAS. Management must win this fight to be able to force the same the group.

Their determination was shown when they drafted in scab management from other bakeries to do shop. floor work. Although the bakery still working, the workers believe that this struggle can be won. • Messages and donaLOTS O.

Serge Kuchanny Secretary of BFA WU 2nd. Floor, 200 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BJ3 13F. (Danny O'Leary)

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Socialist Action 15 July 1983