Sentech strike over
Sentech announced in a press statement on Wednesday evening, 13 August 2014, that it has reached an agreement with employees affiliated to the Communication Workers Union (CWU), ending a two-and-a-half week strike.
“This brings an end to the strike and as a result, the company will operate at full capacity effective 14 August 2014,” Sentech said.
In terms of the agreement, employees who are in the bargaining unit will receive the following:
- 8% increase on basic salary for employees at lower grades;
- 7.5% increase on basic salary for employees at higher grades; and
- R1, 450 per month in housing allowance.
In addition, a bonus will be paid out to all the members of the bargaining unit on the basis of the company’s performance during the financial year 2013/2014, Sentech said.
“With regards to the contentious issue of the 13th cheque, the parties have agreed on a process that will result in a phased introduction of an enabling facility subject to matters related to definition, form, and structure and funding model being dealt within a prescribed period,” Sentech said.
Sentech and CWU have agreed that there will be no industrial action in relation to the 13th cheque matter until at least the end of the 2015/2016 financial year.
“This provides sufficient time for the two parties to deal with the matter,” Sentech said.
It went on to extend its appreciation to its customers and stakeholders “for their patience and understanding during this difficult period.”
Sentech said that there were no specific disruptions to its normal services as a result of the industrial action.
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