Issue No 26 | 13 August 1999 | |
NewsChook War Widens - Woman Who Walked Wants Job Back
One of the women who quit Steggles after being forced to work family-busting hours is now seeking her job back, as unions and workers pressure the company to review its rostering the policies.
Following the high-profile stand of mother of three Kym Wood, another Steggles worker Mhairu Saunders has contacted the Australian Services Union seeking reinstatement to her old position. She quit the casual telemarketting position she held for 12 months after the company moved forward starting times which were inconsistent with her family responsibilities. Her union has taken up the case with the company, arguing the resignation amounts to a constructive dismissal given the imposition of the unfriendly hours. ASU state secretary Michael Want says this will be an important test of the company's resolve to implement family friendly workplaces in an inclusive way. Want met with workers and company representatives today to discuss the rostering issue where it was agreed to trial a new system for four to six weeks that will allow Wood and other telesales workers some flexibility in starting times.
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