Following the Union’s formal decision advising that it could not recommend EBA7 to the CEPU membership in Post, the Union has been talking with members across the country – discussing the issues at stake and getting member views on the way forward.
Yesterday, the Divisional Executive of the CEPU Communications Division considered reports back from its branches and members and has taken a further important step towards securing a better EBA in Post.
The decision is reproduced below, and was reported in yesterday’s Australian Financial Review (click here to read):
“Given the continued reluctance of Australia Post to address the critical concerns our members have with management’s latest EBA7 offer – and taking into account member feedback since the decision to reject the EBA7 offer – the Divisional Executive supports the move to consult with members about the need for a ballot to authorise the taking of protected industrial action in Post.
The Union has attempted – through negotiation – to include greater protections for members in the draft EBA7 document. Post has refused to move on these matters. Attending further talks with Post will not be productive, as they have consistently said they would not agree to our improvements to EBA7. This is why we need to consider taking industrial action – to get a new Enterprise Agreement that contains the necessary measures to secure jobs and conditions, improve safety and protect members’ take home pay.’
All members are urged to update their contact details with their branch, to ensure they are able to vote in this ballot.
Branches are also required to hold special after-hours briefings with delegates to develop the next steps in the campaign to achieve a better EBA7.”
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