Union members win fight over zero hour contacts

Union members have won the removal of zero hour contacts in negotiations with fast food giant Restaurant Brands (owner of KFC, Pizza Hut, Carl's Jr and Starbucks).

“Members of Unite Union have campaigned successfully – they’ve highlighted what the reality of zero hour contacts mean and how impossible it is to pay bills and make plans when you have no security of income,” CTU Secretary, Sam Huggard said.

“This is a win against a one of the world’s fast food giants and a real example of how powerful workers can be when they stick together.”

“There are many forms of insecure work in New Zealand, and zero hour contacts is just one of the tools employers are using to treat workers badly. This win should send a clear message to workers; if you stick together then you really can get your employer to listen.”

“Attention will now turn to McDonald's, Burger King and Wendy’s, who should each follow suit and ensure their workforce have access to reliable hours,” Sam Huggard said.

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