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Firefighters Union Threatens Strikes, FENZ Warns of Risk
Firefighters union threatens 10-hour strikes as FENZ warns of 'extreme risk' to public safety.
In brief
Firefighters union threatens 10-hour strikes as FENZ warns of 'extreme risk' to public safety. NZPFU plans nationwide 10-hour strikes starting 27 November after rejecting FENZ's 2.2% pay offer, warning of fatal consequences if unresolved. Originally reported by RNZ.
Union Threatens Strikes
NZPFU plans four 10-hour strikes starting 27 November after rejecting FENZ's 2.2% pay offer.
FENZ Warns of Extreme Risk
FENZ says strikes create 'extreme risk to public safety' with potential fatal consequences.
“extreme risk to public safety”
Strike Conditions
99% of NZPFU members rejected FENZ's 2.2% pay rise offer, with 88% agreeing to 10-hour strikes.
FENZ's Position
FENZ claims NZPFU is 'wholly uncommitted' to negotiation and demands reconsideration of strikes.
“wholly uncommitted”
In short
NZPFU plans nationwide 10-hour strikes starting 27 November after rejecting FENZ's 2.2% pay offer, warning of fatal consequences if unresolved.
