University of Miami 2006 Custodial Workers' Strike - Vote To Strike

Vote To Strike

On February 26, 2006, custodial workers at the University of Miami, who are contracted to the university by a Boston, Massachusetts-based company, UNICCO, voted to strike. The strike began on the evening of February 28, 2006. The vote to strike was based on allegations of unfair labor practices. Concerns were also raised about substandard pay, lack of health benefits, and workplace safety.

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