Alamo Drafthouse Workers End Strike With Rehire Deal
After 58 days, New York City employees secure agreement reinstating 70 laid-off staff and restoring benefits, with labor contract talks set to continue.
- The 58-day strike by Alamo Drafthouse workers in New York City has concluded with a rehire agreement ratified on Sunday.
- The deal reinstates approximately 70 employees laid off in February and restores their accrued benefits, including paid time off, sick days, seniority, and hire dates.
- The strike began after the union alleged management violated labor laws by failing to bargain in good faith over layoffs.
- Workers will officially return to their jobs on April 18, with the union celebrating the agreement as a significant victory for labor rights.
- Negotiations between the union and management over the first labor contract are scheduled to resume on Wednesday.